CPSC, Target Announce Recall of Jumbo Pencils with Sharpeners
Source: CPSC Recall #06009
Recall Date
2005-10-18
Manufacturer
Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn.
Units Affected
About 176,000
Products Involved
Jumbo Pencils with Sharpeners
Hazard
The sharpener's razor blade is exposed when the cover is removed. Also, the pencil sharpener hole is large enough to allow a finger to fit inside. This poses a laceration hazard to children and adults.
Remedy
Consumers should take the recalled jumbo pencil with sharpeners away from children immediately and return them to the nearest Target store for a GiftCard of $1 plus applicable state tax.
Reported Injuries
Target has received 17 reports involving the pencil sharpeners, including 12 children and adults who received cuts to their fingers from the sharpener's razor blade.
Sold At
Target Stores nationwide from July 2005 through August 2005 for about $1.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
The jumbo pencil has a red eraser on the end and comes with a pencil sharpener. Pencils are either short, 8 ½ inches long and one inch wide, or long, 15 inches long and ½ inch wide. The pencils are blue, red or striped. The sharpeners are pink or blue and come in a clear plastic pouch. Model number 70505 is printed on the pouch.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28