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Target Sidewalk Chalk Recalled

November 13, 2003

Target is recalling 26,000 packages of multicolored sidewalk chalk that has been found to contain high levels of lead, posing a risk of leading poisoning to young children.

The Wisconsin Department of Health tested the chalk and identified the high lead levels. No injuries or incidents have been reported.

The sidewalk chalk is packaged in plastic that is molded to five sticks of chalk and a cardboard backing that is labeled "Double Dipp'n Fun." Each stick of chalk is triangular shaped and multicolored, with three colors layered together (green, red, yellow, or blue). This recall does not affect solid color chalk sold in the same packaging.

The chalk was sold at Target stores from March 2003 to July 2003 for about $1 per package.

Consumers should return the multicolored sidewalk chalk to Target stores for a refund.

Consumer Contact: Call Target Corporation at (800) 440-0680 between 7 am and 6 pm CT, Monday through Friday, or go to the company's Web site at www.target.com

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

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