SpongeBob Address Books – Potential Violation (2007)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
SpongeBob SquarePants™ Address Books and Journals
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
UPC Codes
80773002260, 80773007505, 80773075501
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
A manufacturer is recalling SpongeBob SquarePants™ Address Books and Journals. The hazard is: The paint on the metal spiral bindings of the address books and journals can contain excessive level. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The recall involves address books and journals with SpongeBob SquarePants™ character on the front cover and a black metal spiral binding. The UPC numbers (80773007505 for the address book and 80773002260 and 80773075501 for the journal) are printed on the back covers.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The paint on the metal spiral bindings of the address books and journals can contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint ban. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately take the recalled address books and journals away from children. Consumers should remove the UPC as proof of ownership and contact Martin Designs Inc. for a full refund.
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