American Greetings Corp. Recalls Sport Balls Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
DesignWare Sport Balls
Date of Recall
2009-07-09CPSC Release Number
09-267Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(800) 777-4891Units
About 90,000 packages in the United States and 1,900 in CanadaImporter
American Greetings Corp., of Cleveland, OhioSold 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 reportedDescription
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.comRecall Comments
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