CPSCMay 27, 2008

Batting Helmets Recalled by Rawlings Sporting Goods Due: Lead

Batting Helmets Recalled by Rawlings Sporting Goods Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Why was Batting Helmets Recalled by Rawlings Sporting Goods Due recalled?

Surface paint on the helmets contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

What should I do if I have this product?

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. Contact: For additional information, contact Rawlings (800) 729-5464 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.rawlings.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
Rawlings Junior Batting Helmets
Company
Rawlings Sporting Goods Co. Inc., of St. Louis, Mo.
Quantity
About 2,300
Sold at
Sporting goods retailers nationwide from July 2007 through November 2007 for about $40.
Recall date
May 27, 2008
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product 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.

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