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OtherMay 1, 2008CPSC #08260

Children's Storage Bins Sold at Lowe's Stores Recalled Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Product
Children's Furniture
Units affected
84,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

The recalled storage bins are wooden with scalloped edges and were sold in pastel green or pink. Item number 226782 (pastel green storage bin) or 226781 (pink storage bin) is located on the bottom of the storage bin. No other storage bins or colors are included in this recall.

Hazard

Surface paint on the storage bins could contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Injuries

None reported.

Made in

Taiwan

Where it was sold

  • Lowe's retail outlets nationwide from March 2007 through February 2008 for about $6.

Photos

Recalled Children's Pink Storage BinRecalled Children's Green Storage Bin
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