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RecalledCPSC · November 2, 2011 School, art & craft supplies

Battat Recalls Magnetic Sketchboards; Magnetic Pen Tip Poses Choking Hazards

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What's being recalled

Toulouse-LapTrec magnetic sketchboards

Units: About 95,000 in the United States and 4,300 in Canada

This recall involves the Toulouse-LapTrec magnetic sketchboard, which has a white plastic writing surface bordered by either a red or brown plastic frame, and has a bean bag type backing. The sketch board has four animal shapes across the top - a rabbit, dog, cat and duck. The multicolored magnetic pen is affixed to the front of the sketchpad. The model number BX1026 (red frame) or BX1027 (brown frame) can be found on a paper wrapper that comes with the product at the time it was purchased.

The problem, in CPSC's words

The magnetic tip of the drawing pen can dislodge from the pen, posing a choking hazard to children.

Incidents and injuries reported to CPSC

Battat has received 19 reports of the magnetic tip separating from the pen. No injuries have been reported.

What CPSC says to do

Replace

Consumers should immediately take recalled sketchboards away from children and contact Battat to receive a free replacement sketchboard.

How to contact the company

For additional information, contact Battat toll-free at (866) 665-5524 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit Battat's website at www.battatco.com

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice 12031, cpsc.gov. Text in quotes is from CPSC. Photos: CPSC.