Sportime Recalls Children's Floor Hockey Sets Due to Lead Paint Hazard

BigBox Hockey Sets

Date of Recall
2010-02-25

CPSC Release Number
10-722

Manufactured In
China

Units
About 580

Importer
Sportime, of Norcross, Ga.

Sold By
Sportime’s catalog and online at www.sportime.com from November 2006 through October 2009 for between $147 and $269.

Problem/Hazard
The surface coating on the boards, which are assembled together to form the floor hockey playing-field, contain excessive levels of lead violating the federal lead paint standard.

Injuries/Incidents
None reported.

Description
This recall involves all sets of BigBox Hockey, each consisting of six boards, measuring 6' long by 10" tall. The boards come in six colors: red, orange, yellow, green, blue and violet. The boards can be assembled together to create a contained playing area for children's floor hockey.

Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled product away from children and contact Sportime to obtain a full refund.

Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Sportime toll-free at (888) 388-3224 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.schoolspecialty.com

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