Children's Apparel Network Recalls Fleece Hoodie and T-Shirt Sets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard; Sold Exclusively at Target
Recall 13008 · Oct 16, 2012 · Children's Apparel Network
6,200
units affected
6,200
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 13008
- Date
- Oct 16, 2012
- Company
- Children's Apparel Network
- Units affected
- 6,200
- Product
- Fleece Hoodie and T-Shirt Sets
- Product type
- Clothing (Children)
- Remedy
- Refund
- Hazard
- Poisoning
The product
The recalled product is a two-piece coordinated set with fleece hoodie and t-shirt. They were sold in red/white, gray/red, and black/blue color combinations and in assorted sizes from 12M to 5T. The hoodies have Disney character designs in three different styles. "RN 16435" and the following identification number, corresponding to the style, are printed on the label along the hoodie's side seam: Style Description Identification Number Red Fleece Hoodie with Snow White DP4253B Grey Fleece Hoodie with Mickey Mouse J4821 Blue Fleece Hoodie with Cars J4820-A
What can happen
The surface coating on the zipper of the fleece hoodie and t-shirt sets contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
The fix
Consumers should take the product away from the child immediately and return the set to any Target store for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported
- Sold at
- Target stores nationwide and Target.com from October 2011 through December 2011 for approximately $18.
Related pages
Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled fleece hoodie and t-shirt sets?
Consumers should take the product away from the child immediately and return the set to any Target store for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
The surface coating on the zipper of the fleece hoodie and t-shirt sets contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.