American Greetings Corp. Recalls Sport Balls Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Reported: July 9, 2009 Initiated: July 9, 2009 #09267
Product Description
This recall involves DesignWare Sport Balls party favors. The package contains four mini sport balls: a basketball, a football, a baseball and a soccer ball. The model number is SPBL 1821 and is printed on the packaging.
Reason for Recall
The surface coating on the basketball contains excessive levels of lead, in violation of the federal lead paint standard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled sport balls away from children and contact American Greetings to receive a coupon for a replacement product.
Details
- Units Affected
- About 90,000 packages in the United States and 1,900 in Canada
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves DesignWare Sport Balls party favors. The package contains four mini sport balls: a basketball, a football, a baseball and a soccer ball. The model number is SPBL 1821 and is printed on the packaging.. Units affected: About 90,000 packages in the United States and 1,900 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The surface coating on the basketball contains excessive levels of lead, in violation of the federal lead paint standard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately take the recalled sport balls away from children and contact American Greetings to receive a coupon for a replacement product.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 9, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09267.
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