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Montessori N' Such Recalls Metal Vases, Pails and Other Containers Due to Violat...

Published: March 18, 2009Recall ID: 09729Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / Hazard

Surface paints on the products contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Product Description & Identification

The recalled metal containers are instructional materials for use in the classroom. The item number is printed on the product's packaging. The recall includes only the colors and item numbers listed below: Product Colors Item Numbers 8" Vases Green, Yellow P7186Y, P7186G Also sold in kits numbered: L7332K, L7336K, L7609K, L7614K, L7615K, L7618K, L7619K, L7337K, S7617K, N7753K, P7243K, P7616K, S7610K 5-1/2" Basins Green, Yellow P7158Y, P7158G Also sold in kits numbered: L7332K, L7336K, L7609K, L7614K, L7615K, L7618K, L7619K, L7337K, S7617K, N7753K, P7243K, P7616K, S7610K Watering Cans Yellow P7155Y 6" Pails Yellow, Orange P7156YE, P7156OR Also sold in kits numbered: L7332K, L7336K 4" Pails Yellow, Green P7180Y, P7180G Also sold in kits numbered: P7435, P7182K (Set of 4)

Affected Products

Various containers used in instructional kits

Additional Source Details

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U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Montessori-N-Such-Recalls-Metal-Vases-Pails-and-Other-Containers-Due-to-Violation-of-Lead-Paint-Standard
TitleMontessori N' Such Recalls Metal Vases, Pails and Other Containers Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Images › U R Lhttps://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/a5257f63a2fe4e9d92a593a84a84087b.jpg
Images › CaptionRecalled containers used in instructional kits
Hazards › NameSurface paints on the products contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Injuries › NameNone reported.
Products › NameVarious containers used in instructional kits
Products › TypeEducational Materials
Products › Category I D1922
Products › Number Of UnitsAbout 1,000
Recall I D6034
Remedies › NameConsumers should immediately take the recalled products away from children and contact Montessori N' Such for a free replacement or refund. All known purchasers have been contacted.
Importers › NameMontessori N' Such, of Sterling, Va.
Retailers › NameMontessori N' Such through its catalog and Web site to schools and individuals nationwide from July 2006 through January 2009 for between $2.50 and $7 per item.
Recall Date2009-03-18T00:00:00
DescriptionThe recalled metal containers are instructional materials for use in the classroom. The item number is printed on the product's packaging. The recall includes only the colors and item numbers listed below: Product Colors Item Numbers 8" Vases Green, Yellow P7186Y, P7186G Also sold in kits numbered: L7332K, L7336K, L7609K, L7614K, L7615K, L7618K, L7619K, L7337K, S7617K, N7753K, P7243K, P7616K, S7610K 5-1/2" Basins Green, Yellow P7158Y, P7158G Also sold in kits numbered: L7332K, L7336K, L7609K, L7614K, L7615K, L7618K, L7619K, L7337K, S7617K, N7753K, P7243K, P7616K, S7610K Watering Cans Yellow P7155Y 6" Pails Yellow, Orange P7156YE, P7156OR Also sold in kits numbered: L7332K, L7336K 4" Pails Yellow, Green P7180Y, P7180G Also sold in kits numbered: P7435, P7182K (Set of 4)
Recall Number09729
Consumer ContactFor additional information, contact Montessori N' Such at (800) 287-1985 between 9:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.montessori-n-such.com
Last Publish Date2014-05-23T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › CountryChina