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CPSC recall 06009

Jumbo Pencils with Sharpeners

On 2014-05-23 the CPSC announced a recall of Jumbo Pencils with Sharpeners by Target, citing the sharpener's razor blade is exposed when the cover is removed. Also, the pencil sharpener hole is large enough to allow a finger to fit inside. This poses a laceration hazard t….

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AgencyCPSC
Recall number06009
ClassificationNot classified
Statusunknown
Initiated2005-10-18
Published2014-05-23
Last updated2026-09-13 11:58 UTC
CompanyTarget
DistributionUS

Product

Jumbo Pencils with Sharpeners | The jumbo pencil has a red eraser on the end and comes with a pencil sharpener. Pencils are either short, 8 ½ inches long and one inch wide, or long, 15 inches long and ½ inch wide. The pencils are blue, red or striped. The sharpeners are pink or blue and come in a clear plastic pouch. Model number 70505 is printed on the pouch.

Reason

The sharpener's razor blade is exposed when the cover is removed. Also, the pencil sharpener hole is large enough to allow a finger to fit inside. This poses a laceration hazard to children and adults.

Status history

No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.

Source

Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/CPSC-Target-Announce-Recall-of-Jumbo-Pencils-with-Sharpeners-

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