Lilly of New York children's winter boots recalled over lead risk

Recall date

March 19, 2020

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Lilly of New York Children's Winter Boots Recalled by Kidz Concepts Due to Violation of Federal Lead Content Ban; Sold Exclusively at Zulily.com (Recall Alert)

Recall number

20729

Brand / firm

Wenzhou Jinlong Shoes Co., of China

Sold / distributed

Zulily.com from November 2019 through January 2020 for between $35 and $40.

Why it was recalled

The boots' sole contain levels of lead that exceed the federal lead content ban. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues.

What was recalled

This recall involves Lilly of New York-branded children's winter boots. They were sold in children's sizes 5 through 10 in the following colors and style numbers: Aqua (53325), black with glitter (53323), black with green (53317), and purple with black (53324). The lined boots have a Velcro closure and rubber soles. Lilly and the style number appear on the inside of the shoe's tongue.

What to do

Consumers should immediately take the recalled winter boots away from children and contact Lilly of New York for a full refund or to receive a free replacement product of similar value. Zulily is contacting all known purchasers directly.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.