AAFES Expands Recall of "Soldier Bear" Toy Sets Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard

Published: July 19, 2007, 9:09 pm

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: Soldier Bear Brand Toy Sets Units: About 13,000 (about 3,000 Invincibles Transport Converter Toy Sets were recalled on May 23, 2007) Importer/Retailer: AAFES (Army & Air Force Exchange Service), of Dallas, Texas Manufacturer: Toy Century Industrial Ltd., of Hong Kong Hazard: Surface paints on the toy action figures, dinosaurs and animals contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Description: This recall involves toy sets with various action figures, dinosaurs, animals and vehicles. The style number, Universal Product Code and Soldier Bear logo are printed on the product's packaging. Sold at: AAFES

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