The largest recall affects about 250,000
SpongeBob SquarePants address books and
journals, manufactured in China and
imported by Martin Designs. They have
been recalled because paint on the metal
spiral bindings can contain high levels
of lead.
The books feature the SpongeBob SquarePants character on the front cover and a black metal spiral binding. The UPC numbers (80773007505 for the address book and 80773002260, 80773075501 and 80773007551 for the journal) are printed on the back covers.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the recalls in cooperation with Martin Designs, which is based in Ashland, Ohio.Consumers are advised to take the recalled address books and journals away from children. Consumers should remove the UPC as proof of ownership and contact Martin Designs at 1-866-898-0261 for a full refund.
About 66,000 spinning tops and about 4,700 pails painted with Thomas & Friends, Curious George, circus scenes or solid colors have also been recalled because paint on the wooden handles contains high levels of lead. The toys were manufactured in China and imported by Schylling Associates.About 14,000 TOBY & ME jewelry sets, and about 7,900 Children's Divine Inspiration Charm Bracelets have also been recalled.
The jewelry sets are sold in a pink gift box with "TOBY & ME" printed on the front and was sold at T.J. Maxx, Marshalls and A.J. Wright stores. The charm bracelets have silver-colored charms and clear and pink beads that hang from a silver-colored chain. They were sold at dollar stores and other small retail stores nationwide