The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·09718·Announced 2009-01-27

Discount School Supply Recalls Jesus Fish Beads for Lead Paint Violation

Discount School Supply is recalling Jesus Fish Beads because the green beads may contain excessive lead paint. Consumers should remove the beads from children and contact the company 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 a risk-of-harm product (lead paint violation) where injury has not yet been reported, which corresponds to a High severity score of 3 per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Discount School Supply, of Monterey, California, is recalling Jesus Fish Beads due to a violation of the federal lead paint standard. The recalled beads were sold in packages of 100 in five assorted colors (red, black, purple, light blue, and green) with the word "Jesus" printed on each. The beads measure about 2 inches in length. The specific hazard is that the surface paint on the green fish beads can contain excessive levels of lead.

About 500 units of the recalled beads were sold through Discount School Supply's website from August 2006 through December 2008 for about $5. The beads were manufactured in China. No injuries have been reported in connection with the recalled product.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled beads away from children. To obtain a refund or exchange, consumers should contact Discount School Supply at 1 (800) 606-3807 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at http://www.discountschoolsupply.com/SafetyInformation.

The recalled product

Product
Jesus Fish Beads
Manufacturer
Discount School Supply, of Monterey, CA
Category
Consumer Product — Toys / Beads
Hazard
Affected units
500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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