Timberland Recalls Children's Boots Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Classic Scuffproof Boots |
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Date of Recall:
Wednesday, December 16th, 2009
CPSC Release Number:
10-076
Manufactured In:
Thailand
Company Phone Number:
(800) 445-5545
Units:
About 21,000
Importer:
The Timberland Company, of Stratham, N.H.
Sold By:
Shoe stores and specialty retailers nationwide from June 2009 through October 2009 for between $50 and $70.
Problem/Hazard:
The logo stamped onto the children’s boot’s insoles contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Injuries/Incidents:
None reported.
Description:
This recall involves children's Timberland 6" Classic Scuffproof boots. The boots are wheat-colored leather and were sold in toddler size 4 through junior size 7. Model and manufacturer/date code numbers included in this recall are listed below. The model and manufacturer date code numbers are printed below the size on a white tag inside the boots.
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Model Numbers
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Manufacturer/Date Codes
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34772
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6456
6556
6656
6756
6856
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34872
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34972
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Remedy:
Consumers should immediately take the recalled boots away from children and contact Timberland to receive free replacement insoles for the boots.
Consumer Contact:
For additional information, contact Timberland at (800) 445-5545 between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.timberland.com
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