The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·09158·Announced 2009-03-18

FloraCraft Solar System and DNA Kits Recalled for Lead Paint Violation

FloraCraft is recalling Solar System and DNA craft kits because the green wires may contain excessive 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

FloraCraft Corp. is recalling approximately 930,000 Solar System and DNA educational craft kits sold under the FloraCraft and HYGLOSS brand names. The recall is due to a violation of the federal lead paint standard, as the surface coating on the kits' green wires can contain excessive levels of lead.

The affected kits include model numbers SS2003, SS101, 59901, SS2003P, DNA2003, 59903, and DNA2003P. These products were sold at retailers including Wal-Mart, Michaels, Jo-Ann Stores, and Hobby Lobby nationwide from January 2003 through February 2009 for between $10 and $30. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately take the craft kit's wires away from children and contact FloraCraft to obtain free replacements. For additional information, consumers can contact FloraCraft Corp. toll-free at (866) 775-8781 or visit www.floracraft.com.

The recalled product

Product
Solar System Kits and DNA Kits
Manufacturer
FloraCraft Corp., of Ludington, Mich.
Category
Consumer Product — Educational Toys
Hazard
Affected units
930,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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