Children's Storage Bins Sold at Lowe's Stores Recalled Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Recalled May 1, 2008 · CPSC recall 08260 · Magus Industry
Hazard
Surface paint on the storage bins could contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled storage bins away from children and return them to any Lowe's store for a full refund.
Units
About 84,000
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
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.
What to do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled storage bins away from children and return them to any Lowe's store for a full refund.
Contact
For additional information, contact L G Sourcing toll-free at (866) 493-6563 anytime, or visit www.lowes.com
Product
Children's Storage Bins
Manufacturer(s)
Magus Industry Co. Ltd., of Taiwan
Imported by
L G Sourcing Inc., of North Wilkesboro, N.C.
Retailers
Lowe's retail outlets nationwide from March 2007 through February 2008 for about $6.
Made in
Taiwan
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →