GSI Outdoors Recalls Children’s Water Bottles Due to Violation of Lead Standard; Sold Exclusively at L.L.Bean

Recall date

July 19, 2016

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Recall number

16227

Sold / distributed

L.L.Bean retail stores, online at www.llbean.com and in L.L.Bean catalogues from July 2015 through May 2016 for about $20

Why it was recalled

The lead solder at the exterior base of the bottle contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues.

What was recalled

This recall involves five styles of kids' insulated water bottles with printed graphics. The bottles are 13.5 ounces capacity with the following color prints: Dino Bones, Flower Power, Orange Grid camo, Purple Tie Dye Butterfly and Robo Shark. The item identification number 297684 is printed on a sticker on the bottom of the bottle. Also printed on the sticker are "PO#844" and "BB2D2-LLB-R45-0413."

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled water bottles and contact L.L.Bean for a full refund.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.