Batting Helmets Recalled by Rawlings Sporting Goods Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Released: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 by CPSC
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Rawlings Sporting Goods Co. Inc., of St. Louis, Mo., is voluntarily recalling about 2,300 Rawlings Junior Batting Helmets. Surface paint on the helmets contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Recall Details
Product
Rawlings Junior Batting Helmets
Description
This recall involves junior batting helmets with model number CFHLJR. The helmets come in yellow and orange with black accents. The model number can be found on the rear of the helmet.
Hazards
Surface paint on the helmets contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Incidents
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact either the retailer where the product was purchased or Rawlings for a free replacement product.
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