The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08165·Announced 2008-01-16

Gift Wrap Company Recalls Hanging Photo Frames for Lead Paint

The Gift Wrap Company is recalling about 600 hanging photo frames sold at Babies R Us because the surface paint contains excessive lead.

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.

Plain-English summary

The Gift Wrap Company of Atlanta, Ga., is recalling about 600 4-inch by 6-inch hanging picture frames. The wooden frames are white with colorful decorations and a coordinating ribbon attached to the top. The frames were manufactured in China and sold at Babies R Us stores nationwide from August 2007 through November 2007 for about $10.

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

Consumers should immediately stop using the photo frames and contact The Gift Wrap Company at (800) 443-4429 or visit www.giftwrapcompany.com for a full refund.

The recalled product

Product
Hanging Photo Frames
Manufacturer
The Gift Wrap Co., of Atlanta, Ga.
Category
Consumer Product — Home Decor
Hazard
Affected units
600

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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