Atico International USA Recalls 9-Foot Patio Umbrellas Sold at Longs Drug Stores for Lead Hazard
CPSC recall 06251 · announced September 7, 2006 · Zhejiang Nengfu Tourist Products Co · 27,700 units affected
The product
These patio umbrellas have an opening size of 9 feet wide by 94.5 inches high. They are sold in the following solid colors: Tan, Red, Green, and Navy Blue.
The hazard
The umbrella poles contain paint with excessive levels of lead, which can cause adverse health effects if ingested by young children.
What to do (per CPSC)
The firm is out of business, the remedy is no longer available, and the product should be discarded or destroyed.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Longs Drug Stores nationwide from April 2006 through May 2006 for about $40.
Consumer contact: The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.