The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·98151·Announced 1998-08-18

Pyramid Accessories Recalls Disney Mulan Backpacks and Rolling Luggage

Pyramid Accessories is recalling Disney Mulan backpacks and rolling luggage because the paint contains high levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested by children.

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 in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Pyramid Accessories Inc. is recalling approximately 3,700 Disney Mulan backpacks and 1,800 units of Disney Mulan rolling luggage in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall involves two styles of backpacks, available in pink and purple, and pink rolling luggage measuring about 18 inches long. All affected items feature artwork depicting the Disney character Mulan.

The recall is being conducted because the paint used in the artwork on these products contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by children. CPSC and Pyramid Accessories are not aware of any illnesses or injuries involving these products, and the recall is intended to prevent the possibility of illness or injury.

These items were sold at retail stores nationwide from June 1998 through July 1998. The backpacks sold for approximately $12 and $14, while the rolling luggage sold for approximately $25 to $30. Consumers should immediately take these items away from children and return them to the place of purchase for a refund. For more information, consumers can call Pyramid Accessories Inc. toll-free at (800) 543-4327 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. EDT, Monday through Friday.

The recalled product

Product
Pyramid Accessories Disney Mulan backpacks
Manufacturer
Disney
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.