The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08087·Announced 2007-12-07

FGX International Recalls Children's Sunglasses Due to Lead Paint Violation

FGX International is recalling about 260,000 children's sunglasses because the surface paint may contain excessive levels of lead, violating federal standards.

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

Plain-English summary

FGX International Inc. is recalling about 260,000 units of children's sunglasses sold in various stores nationwide from January 2007 through November 2007. The recall involves 15 specific styles, including Balloon, Bond, Boom, and others, which may bear the name "Foster Grant" on the temple arm. The style name is printed on the product inside the left temple arm.

The recall was issued because the surface paint on the sunglasses can contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard. The company has not reported any injuries associated with these products.

Consumers should immediately take these sunglasses away from children and return them to FGX International for a free replacement or refund, including shipping and handling. Consumers can contact FGX International toll-free at (877) 277-0104 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.fgxi.com.

The recalled product

Product
Children's Sunglasses
Manufacturer
FGX International Inc., of Smithfield, R.I.
Category
Consumer Product — Children's Accessories
Hazard
Affected units
260,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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