CPSC2011-07-06
Mizuno USA Inc. Recalls Baseball and Softball Gloves Due to Presence of Mold
Mizuno USA Inc., of Norcross, Ga.
Hazard
Some gloves were found to contain a variety of molds that could cause respiratory or other infections in individuals with chronic health problems, or in individuals who have impaired immune systems.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the gloves and contact Mizuno USA to receive a full refund.
Sold at
Walmart and Target stores nationwide from April 2010 through May 2011 for between $24 and $60.
Affected count
About 131,000
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
Vietnam
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Baseball and Softball Gloves
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Mizuno USA Inc. at (800) 966-1211 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Mizuno-USA-Inc-Recalls-Baseball-and-Softball-Gloves-Due-to-Presence-of-MoldDon't want to check this manually?
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