GAMMA Sports Recalls Children's Tennis Racquets Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

Quick Kids Junior Tennis Racquets

Date of Recall

2011-06-23

CPSC Release Number

11-745

Manufactured In

China

Units

About 2,000

Manufacturer

GAMMA Sports, of Pittsburgh, Pa.

Sold By

Online at www.gammasports.com, www.atssports.com and www.holabirdsports.com from December 2010 through March 2011 for about $15.

Problem/Hazard

The orange grip tape on the tennis racket's handle contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Injuries/Incidents

None reported

Description

This recall involves Quick Kids 23-inch aluminum junior tennis racquets with orange tape on the hand grip. Recalled racquets have lot number"F:3:10:08" stamped onto the bottom of the racquet grip below the "G."

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled tennis racquets away from children and contact GAMMA Sports for a free replacement grip kit. GAMMA Sports is directly contacting all known purchasers of the recalled tennis racquets.

Consumer Contact

For more information, contact GAMMA Sports at (800) 333-0337 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.gammasports.com

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