CPSCJune 5, 2008consumer
Children's Animal Tracking Explorer Kit Recalled by MindWare; Contains Chemical That Irritates Skin and Eyes
Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The hazard
The powder in the kit marked "plaster of paris" is actually calcium hydroxide, which poses a risk of skin and eye irritation to children using the product.
What to do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled explorer kit away from children and contact MindWare to receive either a free replacement product or for a full refund.
Brands named
mindwareanimalanimal tracking
Recall history
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