CPSC2014-09-04
FGX International Recalls Children's Sunglasses Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
FGX International Inc., of Smithfield, R.I.
Hazard
Surface paint on the sunglasses contains excessive levels of lead, which is prohibited under federal law.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take these sunglasses away from children and return them to FGX International for a free replacement or refund, including free shipping and handling.
Sold at
Bon Ton, CVS, K-mart, Rite-Aid, Walgreens and other retail stores nationwide from December 2013 to March 2014 for between $7 and $13.
Affected count
About 215,000
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Children's sunglasses
Consumer contact
Contact FGX International toll-free at (877) 277- 0104 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.fgxi.com and click on "Recall" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/FGX-International-Recalls-Childrens-SunglassesDon't want to check this manually?
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