CPSCMarch 25, 2008

Downeast Concepts Inc. Water Bottles recall: Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Downeast Concepts Inc. Recalls Water Bottles Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Why was Downeast Concepts Inc. Water Bottles recalled?

Surface paint on the metal water bottles contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately take the recalled water bottles away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a refund. Contact: For additional information, contact Downeast Concepts at (800) 343-2424 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.backyard-beyond.com or e-mail the firm at [email protected]

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Backyard and Beyond Metal Water Bottles
Company
Downeast Concepts Inc., of Yarmouth, Maine
Quantity
About 18,000
Sold at
Major retailers, gift shops, convenience stores, mass merchandise and drug stores nationwide from February 2006 through February 2008 for about $8.
Recall date
March 25, 2008
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

Backyard and Beyond brand water bottles with model numbers 67402, 67404, 67442, 67444, 67742, 60442, 67744, 67746, 67748 and 60448 printed on the hang tag. The metal water bottles have a black plastic sip-top and were sold in green, pink or blue with assorted animal or insect graphics on the exterior.

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