The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·07141·Announced 2007-03-28

Regent Products Recalls Stuffed Fun Balls Due to Lead Paint Hazard

Regent Products Corp. is recalling approximately 7,200 Stuffed Fun Balls because they contain lead paint, which is toxic if ingested by young children.

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 paint) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Regent Products Corp. is recalling approximately 7,200 Stuffed Fun Balls due to a lead hazard. The recalled product is an orange stuffed ball toy, 4 inches in diameter, designed to resemble a basketball. The balls are printed with colored numbers, letters, and the text "Reg. #PA-10623(HK)." The manufacturer is Regent Products Corp., located in River Grove, IL, and the product was manufactured in China.

The recall was issued because the stuffed balls contain lead paint. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall. The toys were sold at dollar stores and other discount stores nationwide from June 2006 through March 2007 for approximately $1 each.

Consumers should take these balls away from young children immediately. To obtain a refund, consumers should return the toy to the store where it was purchased. For additional information, consumers can contact Regent Products at (800) 940-4869 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit www.regentproducts.com, or email [email protected].

The recalled product

Product
Stuffed Fun Balls
Manufacturer
Regent Products Corp., River Grove, IL
Category
Consumer Product — Toys
Hazard
Affected units
7,200

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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