Timberland Recalls Children's Boots Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Classic Scuffproof Boots

Date of Recall
2009-12-16

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.

Model Numbers Manufacturer/Date Codes
34772 6456
6556
6656
6756
6856
34872
34972

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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