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Product recall · CPSCMarch 11, 2009Highest risk
Ice Skates
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What’s wrong
Surface paint on the ice skates contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — Lead exposure risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled ice skates away from children and contact Pronto Sports for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Pronto Sports toll-free at (877) 755-4882 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.prontosports.com
The product
The recalled youth adjustable boys' ice skates are black with lime green and silver accents. "Glide" is printed on a rubber tag on the side of the skates. "DBX" and the DBX logo are located on the ice skate's ankle powerstrap, tongue, and heel.
Details
- Units affected
- About 600 pairs
- Recall date
- March 11, 2009
- Made or distributed by
- Pronto Sports Inc., of Anoka, Minn.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Dick's Sporting Goods nationwide from September 2008 through December 2008 for between $30 and $60.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Ice Skates Recalled by Pronto Sports Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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