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Ice Skates Recalled by Pronto Sports Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

U.S. CPSCChemicalMar 11, 2009
Recalled Ice Skates
Recalled Ice Skates

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Hazard

Surface paint on the ice skates contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled ice skates away from children and contact Pronto Sports for a full refund.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

The recalled youth adjustable boys' ice skates are black with lime green and silver accents. "Glide" is printed on a rubber tag on the side of the skates. "DBX" and the DBX logo are located on the ice skate's ankle powerstrap, tongue, and heel.

Sold on

Dick's Sporting Goods nationwide from September 2008 through December 2008 for between $30 and $60.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Pronto Sports toll-free at (877) 755-4882 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.prontosports.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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