The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08032·Announced 2007-10-17

Antioch Publishing Recalls Cool Clip Bookmarks for Lead Paint Violation

Antioch Publishing is recalling approximately 200,000 Cool Clip and Mini Cool Clip bookmarks because the paint on the metal clips 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 corresponds to a High severity score of 3 according to the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Antioch Publishing, of Yellow Springs, Ohio, is recalling approximately 200,000 units of Cool Clip™ and Mini Cool Clip™ bookmarks. This recall involves various themed metal bookmark designs, including Sun, Daisy/Believe, Tiki, Flip Flop, Lady Bug, Music Symbol, SHH!, Flower & Tiki, Peace Flower & Yin Yang, and Lighthouse & Sailboat. The products were manufactured in China.

The recall is due to a violation of the federal lead paint standard, as the paint on the clip of the bookmarks contains excessive levels of lead. No injuries have been reported in connection with these products.

The bookmarks were sold at book, card, and gift stores nationwide from April 2003 through October 2007 for about $4. Consumers should immediately take the bookmarks away from children and contact Antioch Publishing at (800) 543-1515 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.antioch.com for a refund.

The recalled product

Product
Cool Clip™ and Mini Cool Clip™ Bookmarks
Manufacturer
Antioch Publishing, of Yellow Springs, Ohio
Category
Consumer Product — Books & Accessories
Hazard
Affected units
200,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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