CPSC2008-05-27
Batting Helmets Recalled by Rawlings Sporting Goods Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Rawlings Sporting Goods Co. Inc., of St. Louis, Mo.
Hazard
Surface paint on the helmets contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact either the retailer where the product was purchased or Rawlings for a free replacement product.
Sold at
Sporting goods retailers nationwide from July 2007 through November 2007 for about $40.
Affected count
About 2,300
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Rawlings Junior Batting Helmets
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Rawlings (800) 729-5464 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.rawlings.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Batting-Helmets-Recalled-by-Rawlings-Sporting-Goods-Due-to-Violation-of-Lead-Paint-StandardDon't want to check this manually?
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