CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2010-04-30

Sportime Recalls Sports Balls Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

10734 · Recalled 2010-04-30 · CPSC page

SchoolSmart TechnoSkin Coated Foam Balls
SchoolSmart TechnoSkin Coated Foam Balls

Description

The recall involves the following SchoolSmart TechnoSkin Coated Foam Balls and TechStitched Soccer Balls. The TechnoSkin Foam Balls measure between 2 ¾ and 8 ¼ inches in diameter. The Sportime TechStitched Soccer Ball is a standard size soccer ball.

Hazards

Surface paints on the sports balls contain excessive levels of lead which is a violation of the federal lead paint standard.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled products away from children and contact Sportime for instructions to receive a full refund or replacement product.

Products

NameModelUnits
TechnoSkin Foam Balls and Sportime TechStitched Soccer BallsAbout 1,000

Parties

Importer
Sportime, of Norcross, Ga.
Made in
China
Sold at
Sportime's catalog, on the firm's website www.schoolspecialty.com, $110 per set.

Consumer contact

For more information, contact Sportime toll-free at (888) 388-3224 anytime, visit the firm's website at www.schoolspecialty.com, or email the firm at CustomerCare@schoolspecialty.com

More images

TechStitched™ SOCCER BALLS, Set of 6 (Standard Size 4)
TechStitched™ SOCCER BALLS, Set of 6 (Standard Size 4)

Source: CPSC recall 10734. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.