Chairs and swings recalled over lead risk

Recall date

June 9, 2016

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Far East Brokers Recalls Children’s Chairs and Swings Due to Violation of Federal Lead Paint Standard

Recall number

16188

Brand / firm

Zhejiang Haifu Leisure Products Co. Ltd., of China

Sold / distributed

Weis Markets, wholesale distributors, grocery and drug stores nationwide from January 2016 through April 2016 for between $10 and $50.

Why it was recalled

The screen-printing on the fabric of the chairs and swings contains excessive levels of lead, which is a violation of the federal lead paint standard.

What was recalled

This recall involves Leisure Ways® pink butterfly themed children's camp chairs, moon chairs, and swings. The chair and swings have a metal frame with large red butterfly images and other colorful images on the pink polyester fabric. "Distributed by: Far East Brokers and Consultants, Inc." and "Tracking # November/2015" are printed on the tracking label sewn into the seat of each chair.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and swings, take them away from children and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.