Samara Brothers Recalls Boys' Jackets Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard

Recalled February 13, 2007 · CPSC recall 07102 · Samara Brothers

Hazard

The snap closures on the outerwear jackets contain excessive amounts of lead, which poses a lead poisoning hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the products immediately and contact Samara Brothers to obtain a full refund.

Units

About 8,000

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

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.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the products immediately and contact Samara Brothers to obtain a full refund.

Contact

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 [email protected]

Product

Heavyweight Outerwear Jackets

Manufacturer(s)

Samara Brothers LLC, of New York, N.Y.

Retailers

Major department stores and discount department stores nationwide from October 2006 through November 2006 for up to $50.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →