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Archived – Hillbilly Teeth
- Starting date:
- April 1, 2008
- Posting date:
- April 1, 2008
- Type of communication:
- Consumer Product Recall
- Subcategory:
- Childrens' Products, Toys
- Source of recall:
- Health Canada
- Issue:
- Product Safety, Poisoning Hazard
- Audience:
- General Public
- Identification number:
- RA-500001668
Affected products
Hillbilly Teeth
Product description
This recall involves a 2-pack fake Hillbilly Teeth with item # 2657. The item number is printed on the packaging. The gums are brown and the teeth are yellow.
Hazard identified
The gray surface paint on the teeth contains excessive levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Health Canada has not received reports of illness or injury to Canadians related to the use of these products.
For more information on the risks and symptoms of lead exposure, visit the following Healthy Canadians page: Reduce your exposure to lead.
Number sold
Exact number sold in Canada is not known at this time.
Time period sold
Sold in Canada from March 2005 through March 2008.
Companies
- Importer
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FUNTASTIC
Houston
Texas
UNITED STATES
http://www.funtastictoy.com
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What you should do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children.
Consumers may contact Funtastic for information on receiving a refund.
For additional information, consumers may contact Funtastic at (713) 864-3412 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site.