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CPSCRecalled Nov 13, 2003 · #04032

CPSC, Target Corporation Announce Recall of Multicolored Sidewalk Chalk

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.

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Description

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.

Product details

Product
Multicolored Sidewalk Chalk
Type
Crayons & Chalk
Manufacturer
Agglo Corporation, of Hong Kong
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
The sidewalk chalk was sold at Target stores, from March 2003 to July 2003, for about $1 per package.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should return the multicolored sidewalk chalk to Target stores for a refund.

View the official CPSC notice