CPSCRecalled Oct 18, 2005 · #06009
CPSC, Target Announce Recall of Jumbo Pencils with Sharpeners
Hazard
The sharpener's razor blade is exposed when the cover is removed. Also, the pencil sharpener hole is large enough to allow a finger to fit inside. This poses a laceration hazard to children and adults.
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The jumbo pencil has a red eraser on the end and comes with a pencil sharpener. Pencils are either short, 8 ½ inches long and one inch wide, or long, 15 inches long and ½ inch wide. The pencils are blue, red or striped. The sharpeners are pink or blue and come in a clear plastic pouch. Model number 70505 is printed on the pouch.
Product details
- Product
- Jumbo Pencils with Sharpeners
- Type
- Pens/Pencils & Accessories
- Manufacturer
- Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn.
- Model numbers
- 70505
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Target Stores nationwide from July 2005 through August 2005 for about $1.
- Made in
- China
What you should do
Consumers should take the recalled jumbo pencil with sharpeners away from children immediately and return them to the nearest Target store for a GiftCard of $1 plus applicable state tax.