The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·07531·Announced 2007-03-07

Discount School Supply Recalls Children's Easels Due to Lead Paint Hazard

Discount School Supply is recalling Elite 5-in-1 Easels because the chalkboard paint 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 risk-of-harm product (lead poisoning) where injury has not yet been reported, which corresponds to a score of 3 (High) according to the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Discount School Supply, of Monterey, Calif., is recalling approximately 2,500 Elite 5-in-1 Easels. The recalled products are two-sided easels featuring felt and a pull-out panel on one side and a chalkboard on the other. The word "Jolly" appears at the top of the recalled easels, while easels marked with "Colorations" are not included in the recall. These items were sold through Discount School Supply catalogs and the company's website from July 2004 through November 2006 for about $60.

The recall is being issued because the paint on the chalkboard side of the easels contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers should stop using the easels immediately. To obtain a free replacement easel, consumers should contact Discount School Supply at (800) 293-9314 between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or email the firm at [email protected].

The recalled product

Product
Elite 5-in-1 Easels
Manufacturer
Discount School Supply, of Monterey, Calif.
Category
Consumer Product — Children's Toys & Games
Hazard
Affected units
2,500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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