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OtherNovember 29, 2007CPSC #08107

American Greetings Corp. Recalls Confetti Bursts Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Product
Party Items
Units affected
60,000
Remedy
contact manufacturer

What was recalled

The recalled products contain confetti in plastic bags. When the bags are inflated, consumers squeeze the bag and confetti bursts out. Each package contains six confetti bursts.

Hazard

The surface paint on the individual bags of confetti contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Injuries

None reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Discount, toy, drug, grocery, party, and specialty/gift stores nationwide from December 2003 through September 2007 for about $3.

Photos

Recalled Confetti Burst PacakgingRecalled Confetti Bursts
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