Recalls

For more details, see the Web site of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission at www.cpsc.gov.

* About 1.5 million Thomas & Friends wooden railway toys, imported and distributed by RC2 Corp., because red and yellow paint on the toys contains lead that can be toxic if ingested by young children. No injuries have been reported. The toy recall includes wooden vehicles, buildings and other train-set parts sold from January 2005 through this month.

The toys were made in China, which has come under fire for exporting goods that have raised health and safety concerns. Lead, if ingested by children, can cause long-term neurological problems that affect learning and behavior. "Parents should not delay in getting these toys away from their kids," said Scott Wolfson, spokesman for the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

An alert posted at a Web site devoted to the toy line, www.totallythomas.com, included a list of more than two dozen items affected by the recall. Toys that bear a code containing a "WJ" or "AZ" on the bottom of the toy or the inside the battery door are not included in the recall. RC2, based in Oak Brook, Ill., agreed to exchange the toys for a replacement and a free train, and to handle the shipping costs for all consumers who request it. Details: (866) 725-4407 or http://recalls.rc2.com.

* About 19,000 butterfly necklaces imported by GeoCentral because the necklaces' metal clasps contain high levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested by young children.

No injuries have been reported. The product has a multicolored butterfly pendant hanging from a 16-inch bead necklace.

Souvenir and gift stores nationwide sold the items. Consumers should return them to the place of purchase for a refund or contact the company for more information.

Details: (800) 231-6083 or www.geocentral.com.

* About 4,000 March or Die mine and shell fireworks devices, distributed by Jakes Fireworks, because the tubes could come loose and make the devices unstable. If a device tips over, it could put bystanders at risk of burns. No injuries have been reported. The devices were sold nationwide by World Class Distributors. For a free replacement product, contact Jakes Fireworks. Details: (800) 766-1277or www.jakesfireworks.com.

* About 13,600 300 Shot Saturn Missiles Battery Fireworks, distributed by Far East Imports, because the fireworks can travel in an unexpected and dangerous direction, which can injure the eye and or cause other injuries. No injuries have been reported. Boomer Distributors sold the product. Contact Far East Imports for a replacement. Details: (800) 766-1277 or www.fareastimporting.com.