Before finishing up your last-minute present wrapping, check to make sure you're not putting this toy under the tree for your kids this year.

The New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection found the MAXX Action Helicopter toy sold in stores throughout New York contains 1.7 times the federally allowed paint and surface coating lead level.

"Toys containing lead are a source of lead exposure in young children, especially very young children who are more likely to put toys in their mouth," state Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald said. "Parents and guardians should have the peace of mind to know that the toys they buy for their children are safe and free from toxic substances."

Here's what to know.

The black window coating of the helicopter toy, which is distributed by Old East Main Co. and sold at stores throughout the state, including Dollar General, was found to have 160 parts per million (ppm) total lead content, which is 78% above the federal Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act limit of 90 ppm total lead content in paints and surface coatings.

The state Division of Consumer Protection has asked the federal Consumer Product Service Commission to recall the affected toy and for Dollar General to immediately remove the product from their stores' shelves.

Short term exposure symptoms of lead toxicity include headache, abdominal pain/colic, vomiting and/or anemia. And longer term exposure symptoms can include irritability, lethargy, fatigue, muscle aches or muscle prickling/burning, constipation, difficulty concentrating/muscular weakness, tremors and/or weight loss.

According to the state Department of Health, lead can harm a young child's growth, behavior, and ability to learn and can cause anemia, kidney damage and hearing loss.

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The state Division of Consumer Protection is advising those who have purchased the helicopter toy to either throw it away or keep it in a safe place while you wait to see if there will be any recall instructions in the future.

Emily Barnes reports on consumer-related issues for the USA TODAY Network's New York Connect Team, focusing on scam and recall-related topics. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram @byemilybarnes. Get in touch at [email protected].