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InfoRecall #24019

Dixon Ticonderoga Recalls Creativity Street Children's Assorted Craft Buttons Due to Violation of Federal Lead Content Ban

Dixon Ticonderoga Company, of Appleton, Wisconsin · Creativity Street Assorted Craft Buttons

Recalled Creativity Street Assorted Craft Buttons (image 1 of 2)
Recalled Creativity Street Assorted Craft Buttons (image 1 of 2) Photo: CPSC / Public Domain
Recalled Creativity Street Assorted Craft Buttons (image 2 of 2)
Recalled Creativity Street Assorted Craft Buttons (image 2 of 2) Photo: CPSC / Public Domain

Product Description

This recall involves Creativity Street Assorted Craft Buttons. The buttons were sold in a one-pound clear plastic bag. There is a cardboard label on the bag that is yellow, orange and blue with the words "Creativity Street" and "Assorted Craft Buttons". "PAC6121", "MADE IN CHINA" and lot code "02129171221" are printed on the back.

Hazard

The recalled children's craft buttons contain levels of lead that exceed the federal lead content ban. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled buttons immediately and contact Dixon Ticonderoga to receive a pre-paid label to return the recalled buttons. When the buttons are received, consumers will receive a full refund.

Refund

411 Press Analysis

Dixon Ticonderoga Company, of Appleton, Wisconsin has voluntarily recalled about 890 of Creativity Street Assorted Craft Buttons as a preventive safety measure. The recall was announced by the CPSC on November 2, 2023. The recalled children's craft buttons contain levels of lead that exceed the federal lead content ban. While no injuries have been reported, the identified hazard warrants consumer attention. Affected consumers should obtain a full refund. The CPSC recommends discontinuing use of the product until the remedy has been completed.

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