The Land of Nod® Recalls Furniture Due to Lead Paint Hazard

December 5, 2006

Staff -- Kids Today, 11/1/2006 12:00:00 AM

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

Name of Product:

Antique White Furniture from the Cottage Collection

Units:

About 2,000

Importer:

The Land of Nod®, of Northbrook, Ill.

Hazard:

Some of the recalled furniture contains paint with high levels of lead. The lead level exceeds that allowed by the federal ban on lead-containing paint which is designed to protect children who might ingest paint chips or peelings. Lead paint is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Incidents/Injuries:

None.

Description:

The recall includes the following furniture and item numbers. The item number can be found on a label located on the back of the product. The shelf kits include one shelf and two shelf supports for use in the Low Rider Bookcase, the Double-Door Armoire or the District 28 Armoire.

Catalog Description	Item Number
Antique White Cottage 2-Over-4 Drawer Dresser	0405161-AW
Antique White Cottage 3-Drawer Dresser	0405181-AW
Antique White Cottage 7-Drawer Dresser	0405231-AW
Antique White Cottage Accessory Top	0405162-AW
Antique White District 28 Armoire	0411011-AW
Antique White District 28 Armoire Shelf Kit	0411012-AW
Antique White Double-Door Armoire	0411031-AW
Antique White Double-Door Armoire Shelf Kit	0411032-AW
Antique White Low Rider Bookcase	0404241-AW
Antique White Low Rider Shelf Kit	0406191-AW

 

Sold by: Land of Nod® catalog and Web site nationwide, and The Land of Nod® stores in Illinois and Washington from September 2003 to August 2006 for between $50 and $1,100.

Manufactured in: Mexico

Remedy: Consumers should contact the Land of Nod® immediately to determine whether their furniture is included in this recall. If included in this recall, consumers should stop using the recalled furniture. The Land of Nod® will arrange for an exchange, credit or refund and offer consumers a gift card to be used toward a future purchase.

Consumer Contact:Consumers should contact The Land of Nod®’s toll-free at (866) 990-5263, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT or through e-mail at recall@landofnod.com - if inquiring by e-mail, please include your full name and address.