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Retailers settle lead paint case in Calif.

OAKLAND, Calif. (UPI) -- Three of the largest U.S. retail firms, Target, Kmart and Toys R Us agreed to settle a lawsuit in California over selling toys that exceed lead paint standards.

The retailers agreed to pay $454,000 in civil penalties, The Los Angeles Times reported Friday.

"Our enforcement action will serve as a reminder to companies that they have a responsibility to make sure that children aren't exposed to harmful chemicals from their toys," state deputy attorney general Harrison Pollak said.

The lawsuit was filed two years ago after a rash of toy recalls, the newspaper said.

In the settlement, Target is scheduled to pay $210,000, Toys R Us $175,000 and Kmart $69,000.

Copyright 2009 by United Press International

This news arrived on: 11/06/2009

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