CPSC recall 09-248, announced June 18, 2009, covers JGR Copa 18" Kick Body Boards (about 900 units). The green surface coating of the screened logo "Big Lizard™ body boards" on the underside of the body board contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumer should take the recalled body boards away from children immediately and return them to place of purchase or contact JGR Copa for a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 345-4408, or go to www.jgrcopa.com.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves the 18" Kick Body Board. The boards have various designs on the front including peace signs, white hibiscus, or yellow smiley face. A green lizard and "Big Lizard™ body boards" are printed on the underside in green.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The green surface coating of the screened logo "Big Lizard™ body boards" on the underside of the body board contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumer should take the recalled body boards away from children immediately and return them to place of purchase or contact JGR Copa for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- JGR Copa
- Recall number
- 09-248
- Units
- About 900
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Beachwear Outlet, Bargain Beachwear, Beach Village Inc., FJ Health & Beauty, Mor USA Inc., Shipwreck-Ocean Jewels, Walmart and Wilcor International Inc. from January 2009 through May 2009 for about $4.
- Importer
- JGR Copa LLC, of Hollywood, Fla.
18" Kick Body Boards
CPSC product type: Body Boards
Recall contact information
For additional information, call JGR Copa at (800) 345-4408 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.jgrcopa.com
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