Timberland Recalls Children's Boots Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
CPSC recall 10076 · announced December 16, 2009 · The Timberland · 4,300 units affected
The product
This recall involves children's Timberland 6" Classic Scuffproof boots. The boots are wheat-colored leather and were sold in toddler size 4 through junior size 7. Model and manufacturer/date code numbers included in this recall are listed below. The model and manufacturer date code numbers are printed below the size on a white tag inside the boots. Model Numbers Manufacturer/Date Codes 34772 6456 6556 6656 6756 6856 34872 34972
The hazard
The logo stamped onto the children's boot's insoles contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the recalled boots away from children and contact Timberland to receive free replacement insoles for the boots.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Shoe stores and specialty retailers nationwide from June 2009 through October 2009 for between $50 and $70.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Timberland at (800) 445-5545 between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.timberland.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.