The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·00117b·Announced 2000-06-01

Mervyn's Recalls Children's Picnic Sets Due to Lead Paint

Mervyn's is recalling about 1,200 children's picnic sets because the packaging bags contain high levels of lead paint, posing a risk of lead poisoning.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (lead paint) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Mervyn's is recalling approximately 1,200 children's plastic picnic sets sold nationwide from April 2000 through May 2000. The sets were sold for about $13 and are contained in clear bags featuring the text "AUSTRALIA" and "Down Under," along with a koala bear illustration, a pink strap, and piping. The sets include four blue cups, four light blue bowls, four small purple plates, four red plates with a bear illustration, and a set of cutlery.

The recall is due to high levels of lead in the paint on the bags, which violates the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Act. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavior problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems, and growth retardation. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers should stop using these bags immediately and return the sets to any Mervyn's store for a full refund. For more information, consumers can call Mervyn's at (800) MERVYN'S between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday.

The recalled product

Product
Children's picnic set
Category
Consumer Product — Toys & Games
Hazard
Affected units
1,200

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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