The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·07102·Announced 2007-02-13

Samara Brothers Recalls Boys' Jackets Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard

Samara Brothers is recalling boys' outerwear jackets because the snap closures contain excessive lead, posing a lead poisoning hazard.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (lead poisoning) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Samara Brothers LLC is recalling approximately 8,000 boys' heavyweight outerwear jackets. The jackets feature a Carter's-brand logo on the front and were sold in toddler sizes 2T to 4T and boys' sizes S, M, and L. The products were available in charcoal, navy, and red colors.

The recall was issued because the snap closures on the jackets contain excessive amounts of lead, which poses a lead poisoning hazard. No injuries have been reported in connection with these products.

The jackets were sold at major department stores and discount department stores nationwide from October 2006 through November 2006 for up to $50. Consumers should stop using the products immediately and contact Samara Brothers to obtain a full refund. For more information, consumers can call (800) 985-9975 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit www.samarajacketrecall.com, or email [email protected].

The recalled product

Product
Heavyweight Outerwear Jackets
Manufacturer
Samara Brothers LLC, of New York, N.Y.
Category
Consumer Product — Children's Clothing
Hazard
Affected units
8,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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