CPSC recall 07-102, announced February 13, 2007, covers Samara Brothers Heavyweight Outerwear Jackets (about 8,000 units). The snap closures on the outerwear jackets contain excessive amounts of lead, which poses a lead poisoning hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using the products immediately and contact Samara Brothers to obtain a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 985-9975, go to www.samarajacketrecall.com, or email info@samararecall.com.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves boys' outerwear jackets with a Carter's-brand logo on the front. The jackets were sold in toddler and boys' sizes. Toddler sizes range from 2T to 4T. Boys' sizes include S, M and L. The outerwear jackets were sold in charcoal, navy and red.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The snap closures on the outerwear jackets contain excessive amounts of lead, which poses a lead poisoning hazard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the products immediately and contact Samara Brothers to obtain a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Samara Brothers
- Manufacturer
- Samara Brothers LLC, of New York, N.Y.
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 07-102
- Units
- About 8,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Major department stores and discount department stores nationwide from October 2006 through November 2006 for up to $50.
Heavyweight Outerwear Jackets
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information, please contact Samara Brothers at (800) 985-9975 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.samarajacketrecall.com or e-mail the firm at info@samararecall.com
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