CPSCMay 1, 2008

Children's Storage Bins Sold at Lowe's Stores recall: Violation of Lead Paint Standard

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

Why was Children's Storage Bins Sold at Lowe's Stores recalled?

Surface paint on the storage bins could contain 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 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

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
Children's Storage Bins
Company
Magus Industry Co. Ltd., of Taiwan, L G Sourcing Inc., of North Wilkesboro, N.C.
Quantity
About 84,000
Sold at
Lowe's retail outlets nationwide from March 2007 through February 2008 for about $6.
Recall date
May 1, 2008
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product 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.

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