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RecallCPSCcpsc-2536CHEMICAL EXPOSURE

CPSC, Toys "R" Us, Inc. Announce Recall of Solid-colored and Multi-colored Sidewalk Chalk

Category
Units Affected
50,000
Recall Date
November 24, 2003
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Chemical Exposure
The Sidewalk Chalk Was Sold At Toys "r" Us Stores Nationwide, From March 2003 To November 2003, For About $4.99 Per Package. recall product photo 1The Sidewalk Chalk Was Sold At Toys "r" Us Stores Nationwide, From March 2003 To November 2003, For About $4.99 Per Package. recall product photo 2

CPSC Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2536.

The sidewalk chalk is packaged in a clear-plastic backpack-type carrying case with these words on the label: "Chalk To Go...Totally Me!...24 pieces, sidewalk chalk in different colors, fun chalk shapes." The label on the package also says "Conforms to ASTM- D4236." The sidewalk chalk comes in several shapes: butterfly, spider, ice cream cone, bottle, cylinder, and triangular stick. The chalk pieces are solid-colored or multi-colored, including red, blue, green, yellow, and purple.

Corrective Action (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2536.

Return the sidewalk chalk to Toys "R" Us for a refund.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact The Sidewalk Chalk Was Sold At Toys "r" Us Stores Nationwide, From March 2003 To November 2003, For About $4.99 Per Package. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.

Consumer Contact (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2536.

Consumers may call toll-free on (866) 274-6340, 24 hours a day, Monday through Friday, or visit the Toys "R" Us website: www.toysrusinc.com

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The Sidewalk Chalk Was Sold At Toys "r" Us Stores Nationwide, From March 2003 To November 2003, For About $4.99 Per Package. Recall FAQ

The Sidewalk Chalk Was Sold At Toys "r" Us Stores Nationwide, From March 2003 To November 2003, For About $4.99 Per Package. is the subject of a toys recall: CPSC, Toys "R" Us, Inc. Announce Recall of Solid-colored and Multi-colored Sidewalk Chalk. The notice was published on November 24, 2003 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 50,000 units are potentially affected.