The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·10310·Announced 2010-07-26

Brine Recalls VIP Lacrosse Gloves Due to Lead Paint Violation

Brine is recalling VIP lacrosse gloves because the screen printing ink contains excessive lead, violating federal standards. No injuries have been reported.

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 violation of the federal lead paint standard, which is a high-risk hazard. According to the rubric, risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported are classified as High (Score 3).

Plain-English summary

Brine, a division of Warrior Sports Inc., is recalling Youth and Adult Brine VIP Lacrosse Gloves. The recall involves black and white gloves in sizes 10, 12, and 13 inches. The screen printing ink used on the silver triad logo on the back of the glove contains excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.

About 7,000 units were sold in the United States and 30 in Canada between July 2009 and June 2010. The gloves were sold at sporting goods stores nationwide for about $50. The specific model numbers involved are LGLVIP03-618983164529 (13 inches), LGLVIP02-618983164505 (12 inches), and LGLVIP00-618983164543 (10 inches).

No injuries have been reported. Consumers should immediately stop using the gloves and contact Brine for a replacement or refund. For additional information, consumers can contact Brine toll-free at (888) 542-8834 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at http://www.brine.com/recall.

The recalled product

Product
Youth and Adult Brine VIP Lacrosse Gloves
Category
Consumer Product — Sports Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
7,000

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

UPCs (3)

  • 618983164505
  • 618983164529
  • 618983164543

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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