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OtherNovember 13, 2003CPSC #04032

CPSC, Target Corporation Announce Recall of Multicolored Sidewalk Chalk

Product
Crayons & Chalk
Units affected
26,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

The sidewalk chalk is packaged in plastic that is molded to five sticks of chalk and a cardboard backing that is labeled "Double Dipp'n Fun." Each stick of chalk is triangular shaped and multicolored, with three colors layered together (green, red, yellow, or blue). This recall does not affect solid color chalk sold in the same packaging.

Hazard

The multicolored sidewalk chalk contains high levels of lead, posing a risk of poisoning to young children. The Wisconsin Department of Health tested the chalk and identified the lead in the chalk.

Injuries

None.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • The sidewalk chalk was sold at Target stores, from March 2003 to July 2003, for about $1 per package.

Photos

Recalled "Double Dipp'n Fun" sidewalk chalkRecalled "Double Dipp'n Fun" sidewalk chalk
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