AAFES Recalls "Soldier Bear" Toy Sets Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.



Name of product: Invincibles Transport Converters Toy Sets



Units: About 3,000



Importer/Retailer: AAFES (Army & Air Force Exchange Service) of Dallas, Texas



Manufacturer: Toy Century Industrial Ltd. of Hong Kong



Hazard: Surface paints on the toy action figures contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.



Incidents/Injuries: None reported.



Description: This recall involves toy sets with multiple action figures and vehicles. The model number (88931), Universal Product Code (6 98567 88931 4) and Soldier Bear logo are printed on the product’s packaging. The back of the action figures are marked with letters "TC-ST."



Sold at: AAFES stores worldwide from August 2006 through April 2007 for about $20.



Manufactured in: Hong Kong



Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the toys away from children and return the product to the nearest AAFES store for full refund.



Consumer Contact: For additional information, call AAFES at (800) 866-3605 anytime or visit the firm’s Web site at www.aafes.com

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