The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·04038·Announced 2003-11-24

Toys R Us Recalls Sidewalk Chalk Due to High Lead Levels

Toys R Us is recalling 50,000 packages of sidewalk chalk sold nationwide from March to November 2003 because the product contains high levels of lead, posing a poisoning risk to young children.

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 high-risk hazard (lead poisoning) for a vulnerable population (young children) where no injuries have yet been reported, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Toys R Us, Inc. is recalling approximately 50,000 packages of multi-colored and solid-colored sidewalk chalk. The product, branded as "Chalk To Go...Totally Me!" and manufactured by Agglo Corporation in Hong Kong (China), was sold at Toys R Us stores nationwide from March 2003 to November 2003 for about $4.99 per package. The chalk is packaged in a clear-plastic backpack-type carrying case and comes in various shapes, including butterfly, spider, ice cream cone, bottle, cylinder, and triangular stick.

The recall was issued because the sidewalk chalk contains high levels of lead, which poses a risk of poisoning to young children. The package label states that the product conforms to ASTM-D4236. No injuries or illnesses have been reported in connection with the use of this product.

Consumers should stop using the recalled sidewalk chalk immediately. They may return the product to any Toys R Us store for a refund. For more information, consumers can call the toll-free number (866) 274-6340, 24 hours a day, Monday through Friday, or visit the Toys R Us website at www.toysrusinc.com.

The recalled product

Product
Multi-colored and solid-colored sidewalk chalk
Manufacturer
Agglo Corporation, Hong Kong (China)
Category
Consumer Product — Toys & Games
Hazard
Affected units
50,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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