Stack Em' Up Books Recalls Children's Stackable Toys Due to Violation of the Federal Lead Paint Ban and Lead Poisoning Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #22073
Recall Date
2022-02-09
Manufacturer
Stack Em' Up Books Inc., of Langhorne, Pa.
Units Affected
About 200
Products Involved
Adam the Apple™ Children's Stackable Toys
Hazard
Surface paint on the wooden toys contains levels of lead that exceed the federal lead paint ban. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Stack Em' Up Books to receive a pre-paid shipping label to return the recalled product, regardless of whether they purchased the product or received it as a free giveaway. Consumers that purchased the product at www.stackemupbooks.com or the Philadelphia Gift Show will receive a full refund once they return the product.
Reported Injuries
None reported
Sold At
Online at www.stackemupbooks.com from June 2021 through November 2021 and at the Philadelphia Gift Show in July 2021 for about $25; products were also given away at the Philadelphia Gift Show.
Manufactured In
India
Full Recall Description
This recall involves Adam the Apple children's stackable toys. The toys have 15 wooden pieces with a story written on each piece. They measure about 6 inches tall and 6.5 inches wide when stacked and look like a happy-faced red apple with a leaf atop. The phrases Adam The Apple, By Chris Bayon and Illustrated by Patrick Carlson are written on the leaf.
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