Antioch Publishing Recalls Bookmarks and Journals for Lead Paint Violation
Antioch Publishing is recalling approximately 150,000 bookmarks and journals because the paint on their metal bindings and coatings contains excessive levels of lead, violating federal standards.
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 violation) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria in the rubric.
Plain-English summary
Antioch Publishing, of Yellow Springs, Ohio, is recalling approximately 150,000 bookmarks and journals from its Signature Collection. The recall involves various character-themed designs, including Winnie the Pooh, Dragon, and Hugging Cat, as well as specific journal designs like Cherry Blossoms and Sweetheart. These products were sold at book, card, and gift stores nationwide between March 2005 and October 2007 for prices ranging from $4 to $14.
The hazard is that the paint on the spiral metal bindings of the journals, the clips of the bookmarks, and the clear coating on the marquis bookmarks and bracelets contain excessive levels of lead. This condition violates the federal lead paint ban. The products were manufactured in China.
No injuries have been reported in connection with these products. Consumers should immediately take the recalled bookmarks and journals away from children and contact Antioch Publishing for a refund. For additional information, consumers can call (800) 543-1515 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.antioch.com.
The recalled product
- Product
- Bookmarks and Journals
- Manufacturer
- Antioch Publishing, of Yellow Springs, Ohio
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 150,000
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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