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Toy Figures Recalled by Henry Gordy International Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
November 2, 2007
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: "Galaxy Warriors" Toy Figures
Units: About 380,000
Distributor: Henry Gordy International Inc., of Plainfield, N.J.
Hazard: Surface paints on the recalled toys contain excessive levels of
lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: The posable spaceman figures are about 4½-inches tall and
come with two accessories. They were sold in various colors including
yellow, grey, silver, blue, green, gold, black, and red.
Sold at: Family Dollar Stores nationwide from January 2006 through
October 2007 for about $1.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should take the recalled toys away from children
immediately and return the toy to the firm for a full refund plus
postage.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Henry Gordy
International toll-free at (888) 790-2700 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT
Monday through Friday.
A picture of the recalled item has been included for easy
identification:

For more information on the hazard of lead, please visit our Healthy Environments Section.



