TheKiddoSpace Finger Painting Kits Recall

Source: Health Canada · Canada

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TheKiddoSpace finger painting kits are being recalled in Canada due to chemical hazards from methanol, ethylene glycol, and phthalates.

What this Health Canada recall tells you, and what most readers miss

This notice was issued by Health Canada on June 5, 2026 and geographically references Canada. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Product & Food Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.

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What Happened

The product contains the hazardous substances methanol and ethylene glycol which may be an irritant. The fingerpainting kits also contain phthalates, which are toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects, posing a chemical hazard.

Which Products Are Affected

This recall involves TheKiddoSpace fingerpainting kits which consist of one round paint palette with 12, 25, or 36 colors and one or more coloring books with between 14 and 40 pages each. TheKiddoSpace logo, the text “Finger Painting Kit”, an image of a child with painted hands and the color quantity are printed on the product’s light-blue box. The company reported that 2,090 units of the affected products were sold in Canada from August 2023 to February 2025. The products were manufactured in China and distributed by SN Commerce LLC, dba TheKiddoSpace, Dover, Delaware, United States of America.

What You Should Do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product, keep it out of reach of children and contact TheKiddoSpace for a refund. For more information, consumers can contact TheKiddoSpace by visiting the recall link or website and click “Product Safety Recalls” at the bottom of the page. The Canada Consumer Product Safety Act prohibits recalled products from being redistributed, sold or even given away in Canada.

Why This Matters

As of May 14, 2026, the company has received no reports of incident or injury in Canada but has received 18 reports worldwide of strong paint odor, skin irritation and swollen lymph nodes.

Source

Health Canada

Original source: Health Canada Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this Health Canada recall.

What is this Health Canada recall about?
TheKiddoSpace finger painting kits are being recalled in Canada due to chemical hazards from methanol, ethylene glycol, and phthalates.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by Health Canada. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "medium" severity. Stay informed and follow agency guidance.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Canada. Check with Health Canada for the most current geographic scope.
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