Wednesday, July 09, 2008

Children’s Storage Bins Sold at Lowe’s Stores Recalled Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Released: Thursday, May 01, 2008 by CPSC

May

1

2008
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), about 84,000 Children’s Storage Bins sold at Lowe's stores are being recalled. Surface paint on the storage bins could contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

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Recall Details

Product

Children’s Storage Bins

Description

The recalled storage bins are wooden with scalloped edges and were sold in pastel green or pink. Item number 226782 (pastel green storage bin) or 226781 (pink storage bin) is located on the bottom of the storage bin. No other storage bins or colors are included in this recall.

Hazards

Surface paint on the storage bins could contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Incidents

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled storage bins away from children and return them to any Lowe’s store for a full refund.


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