The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·21083·Announced 2021-02-17

Anker Play Recalls Science Kits Due to Lead Paint Violation

Anker Play Products is recalling 10-in-1 Incredible Inventions Science Kits because the red and blue magnet contains lead paint exceeding federal limits.

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) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Anker Play Products is recalling approximately 13,000 units of the 10-in-1 Incredible Inventions Science Kit. The recall is due to a violation of the Federal Lead Paint Ban, as the paint on the included red and blue rectangular magnet contains levels of lead that exceed federal limits. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues. Additionally, the product packaging lacks required warning labels for magnets and balloons.

The affected kits were sold at Menards and small independent toy stores nationwide from August 2020 through November 2020 for about $6. The kits contain a red and blue painted rectangular magnet bar, two yellow balloons, a small light bulb, metal clips, paper clips, a sticker page, three red coated wires, and various other wires, screws, and small mechanical parts. The "Adventure Club" logo is printed in yellow, blue, and green on the bottom left of the front of the box. The affected magnet measures about 2 inches by 0.5 inches by 0.375 inches.

No incidents or injuries have been reported. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled science kit and take the included red and blue magnet away from children. To receive a full refund, consumers should contact Anker Play Products toll-free at 877-236-1945 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at [email protected], or online at www.ankerpp.com.

The recalled product

Product
10-in-1 Incredible Inventions Science Kits
Manufacturer
Anker Play Products, of Miami, Fla
Category
Consumer Product — Toys
Hazard
Affected units
13,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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