Body Boards Recalled by JGR Copa Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
CPSC recall 09248 · announced June 18, 2009 · Jgr Copa · 900 units affected
The product
This recall involves the 18" Kick Body Board. The boards have various designs on the front including peace signs, white hibiscus, or yellow smiley face. A green lizard and "Big Lizard™ body boards" are printed on the underside in green.
The hazard
The green surface coating of the screened logo "Big Lizard™ body boards" on the underside of the body board contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumer should take the recalled body boards away from children immediately and return them to place of purchase or contact JGR Copa for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Beachwear Outlet, Bargain Beachwear, Beach Village Inc., FJ Health & Beauty, Mor USA Inc., Shipwreck-Ocean Jewels, Walmart and Wilcor International Inc. from January 2009 through May 2009 for about $4.
Consumer contact: For additional information, call JGR Copa at (800) 345-4408 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.jgrcopa.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.