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Product name Multicolored Sidewalk Chalk
Description The sidewalk chalk is packaged in plastic that is molded to five sticks of chalk and a cardboard backing that is labeled"Double Dipp'n Fun." Each stick of chalk is triangular shaped and multicolored, with three colors layered together (green, red, yellow, or blue). This recall does not affect solid color chalk sold in the same packaging. 
Problem The multicolored sidewalk chalk contains high levels of lead, posing a risk to young children. 
Distribution Nationwide at Target stores. 
Company Target Corporation - 800-440-0680; web site - www.target.com. 
Dates sold March 2003 through July 2003. 
Date posted 11/18/2003 
 

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