The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08122·Announced 2007-12-06

Home Depot Recalls Holiday Figurines Due to Lead Paint Hazard

The Home Depot is recalling about 64,000 holiday figurines because surface paint contains lead. Consumers should stop using them and return them for a refund.

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 lead paint, a high-risk toxic substance, and is classified as a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

The Home Depot is recalling approximately 64,000 holiday figurines, including painted plastic snowmen and bears, due to a lead paint hazard. The surface paint on these items contains lead, which poses a health risk if ingested or inhaled.

The recalled products were sold at The Home Depot stores from October 2007 through November 2007 for between $10 and $20. The items include a 17-inch by 16-inch Holiday Bear Door Greeter (SKU 894-825), a tabletop Snowman with "Let it Snow" Sign (SKU 894-893), a 13-inch by 17-inch Three Snowmen with "Joy" Sign (SKU 898-964), and a 7.5-inch by 7.5-inch Snowman Votive Holder (SKU 967-467). The SKU number is printed on the bottom of the product.

No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall. Consumers should immediately stop using the holiday figurines and return them to any Home Depot store for a full refund. For additional information, consumers can contact The Home Depot at (800) 394-2064 or visit www.homedepot.com.

The recalled product

Product
Holiday Figurines
Manufacturer
Creative Design, of Hong Kong
Category
Consumer Product — Holiday Decorations
Hazard
Affected units
64,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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