American Greetings Corp. Recalls Sport Balls Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
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Date of Recall:
Thursday, July 9th, 2009
CPSC Release Number:
09-267
Manufactured In:
China
Company Phone Number:
(800) 777-4891
Units:
About 90,000 packages in the United States and 1,900 in Canada
Importer:
American Greetings Corp., of Cleveland, Ohio
Sold By:
Various retailers in the U.S. and Canada from August 2004 through April 2009 for about $3.50.
Problem/Hazard:
The surface coating on the basketball contains excessive levels of lead, in violation of the federal lead paint standard.
Injuries/Incidents:
None reported
Description:
This recall involves DesignWare Sport Balls party favors. The package contains four mini sport balls: a basketball, a football, a baseball and a soccer ball. The model number is SPBL 1821 and is printed on the packaging.
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately take the recalled sport balls away from children and contact American Greetings to receive a coupon for a replacement product.
Consumer Contact:
For additional information, contact American Greetings at (800) 777-4891 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.ag.com
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