Children's chairs and stools recalled over lead risk

Recall date

August 30, 2019

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

RH Recalls Children's Chairs and Stools Due to Violation of Federal Lead Paint Ban

Recall number

19197

Sold / distributed

RH Baby & Child, RH Teen stores, RH warehouses and RH outlets nationwide and online at www.rhbabyandchild.com and www.rhteen.com from October 2012 through May 2019 for between $40 and $130.

Why it was recalled

Paint on the chairs and stools contain levels of lead that exceed the federal lead paint ban. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

What was recalled

This recall involves Vintage Steel Play Chairs and Stools sold in distressed red under the following model names: "Play Chair", "Tall Play Chair", "Play Stool", "Tall Play Stool" and "Step Stool". The chairs have a curved, tubular back frame and a single vertical slat with an embossed seat. The stools have a curved frame and an embossed seat with a hand grip. "Made in India" and one of the following SKU numbers are printed on a green label located under the chair seat or stool step: 103480DRED (play chair); 103481DRED (tall play chair); 103521DRED (tall play stool); 103522DRED (play stool); and 111081DRED (step stool).

What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled chairs and stools, place them away from children and contact RH for a full refund for the purchase price.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.