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Archived - Harry Potter Bookends

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DescriptionHarry Potter Bookends Product description This recall involves poly-stone bookends painted and shaped in the characters of the Harry Potter book series. Bookend characters include Harry Potter, Hedwig, Hermione and Crookshank. Hazard identified The paint on the bookends contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Health Canada has not received reports of illness to Canadians related to the use of these recalled products. For more information on the risks and symptoms of lead exposure, visit Health Canada's Lead and Human Health. Number sold Approximately 420 of the recalled bookends were sold in Canada. Time period sold The recalled bookends were sold from June 2004 through January 2006 by Dieleman Fundraising and Thirdwave Fundraising who distributed the product in Canada. Place of origin Manufactured in Hong Kong. Companies Importer Giftco Inc. Vernon Hills Illinois UNITED STATES Tel: 1-888-448-6728 Distributor Third Wave Fundraising Chatham Ontario CANADA Distributor Dieleman Fundraising Canada Surrey British Columbia CANADA Images (select thumbnail to enlarge - opens in a new window)

What you should do

  • Consumers should immediately take the recalled bookends away from children.
  • Consumers may return the bookends to the importer, Giftco Inc. for a refund.
  • For additional information, consumers may contact Giftco Inc. toll-free at 1-888-448-6728 between 8:30 AM and 5 PM CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site.
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