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Regent Products Corp. Stuffed Ball Toys Due to Lead Hazard
The notice asks people to return it — see below for how.
What’s wrong
The stuffed balls contain lead paint, which is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — Lead exposure risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should take these balls away from young children immediately and return the toy to the store where purchased for a refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Regent Products at (800) 940-4869 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.regentproducts.com or e-mail the firm at recall@regentproducts.com
The product
The Fun Ball is an orange stuffed ball toy that measures 4 inches in diameter and is designed to look like a basketball. The ball is printed with colored numbers, letters and "Reg. #PA-10623(HK)."
Details
- Units affected
- About 7,200
- Recall date
- March 28, 2007
- Brand
- Regent Products Corp., River Grove, IL
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Dollar stores and other discount stores nationwide from June, 2006 through March, 2007 for about $1.
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: “Regent Products Corp. Recalls Stuffed Ball Toys Due to Lead Hazard”
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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