Australia Down Under Picnic Sets (Mervyn's) – safety risk (2000)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Australia Down Under children's plastic picnic sets
Brand
Mervyn's
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
Mervyn's is recalling Australia Down Under children's plastic picnic sets. The hazard is: Lead. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: remedy information, UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
Children's Picnic Sets - Mervyn's California, of Hayward, Calif., is recalling about 1,200 children's plastic picnic sets contained in clear bags. The clear bag reads "AUSTRALIA" in multicolored lettering, "Down Under" in blue lettering.
Reported concern (CPSC)
Lead
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
The CPSC advises consumers to stop using the product. Contact the manufacturer or return the product to the place of purchase.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026