Hobby Lobby Stores Recalls Halloween-Themed Baskets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Source: CPSC Recall #08084
Recall Date
2007-11-16
Manufacturer
Hobby Lobby Stores Inc., of Oklahoma City, Okla.
Units Affected
About 10,000
Products Involved
Halloween-Themed Baskets
Hazard
Surface paint on the bat, pumpkin and witch emblems attached to the baskets contain excess levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint ban.
Remedy
Consumers should take the baskets away from children immediately and return them to Hobby Lobby for a $2 exchange card.
Reported Injuries
None reported.
Sold At
Hobby Lobby stores nationwide from August 2007 through November 2007 for about $1.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
This recall involves all 2007 Halloween-themed baskets with item number 5464201. The item number is located next to the price on the paper hangtag on the handle. The plastic baskets are either black or orange with two carrying handles. An emblem of a witch, bat or pumpkin is attached to each side of the handle. The baskets measure 3 inches wide by 6 inches long by 4 ½ inches deep.
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