Photo Frames Recalled by The Gift Wrap Company Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

NEWS from CPSC

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

Office of Information and Public Affairs

Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 16, 2008
Release #08-165

Firm’s Contact: (800) 443-4429
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
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Photo Frames Recalled by The Gift Wrap Company Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Hanging Photo Frames

Units: About 600

Importer: The Gift Wrap Co., of Atlanta, Ga.

Hazard: Surface paint on the photo frames contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: This recall involves 4-inch by 6-inch hanging picture frames. The wooden frames are white with decorations in different colors, and with a coordinating ribbon attached to the top.

Sold at: Babies R Us stores nationwide from August 2007 through November 2007 for about $10.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using this photo frame and contact The Gift Wrap Company for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact The Gift Wrap Company at (800) 443-4429, or visit the company’s Web site at www.giftwrapcompany.com>

Picture of Recalled Hanging Photo Frames