CPSC, JT USA Inc. Announce Recall of Proteus Paint Ball Masks

The plastic facemask could crack around the ear cover, when hit by a paint ball. This could allow the facemask to come off, exposing consumers to eye injuries.

Recall #: 01197
Affected scope: About 4,000

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Jt USA Inc., of Chula Vista, Calif. recalled The Proteus mask, used for protection during paintball combat, is made up of a Spectra go….

CPSC, JT USA Inc. Announce Recall of Proteus Paint Ball Masks was recalled by Jt USA Inc., of Chula Vista, Calif. in July 13, 2001. Reason: The plastic facemask could crack around the ear cover, when hit by a paint ball. This could allow the facemas…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these masks immediately, and return them to JT USA for a free…. Verify recall #01197 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Jt USA Inc., of Chula Vista, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-The plastic facemask could crack around the ear cover, when hit by a paint ball. This could allow the facemas….

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agency class: July 13, 2001
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01197 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Product description

The Proteus mask, used for protection during paintball combat, is made up of a Spectra goggle, visor and facemask, which includes ear covers and a strap. Model number 50085090201 includes a cooling fan. Model number 50105090201 does not include a fan. The model numbers are written on the packaging. Both masks are gray with clear plastic ear covers. Only masks with clear ear covers are part of the recall.

Reason for recall

The plastic facemask could crack around the ear cover, when hit by a paint ball. This could allow the facemask to come off, exposing consumers to eye injuries.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using these masks immediately, and return them to JT USA for a free replacement mask.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	01197
Date reported	July 13, 2001
Date initiated	July 13, 2001
Recalling firm	Jt USA Inc., of Chula Vista, Calif.
Affected scope	About 4,000
Distribution	Not disclosed
Official source	CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should stop using these masks immediately, and return them to JT USA for a free replacement mask.

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Why was this product recalled? ▼

The plastic facemask could crack around the ear cover, when hit by a paint ball. This could allow the facemask to come off, exposing consumers to eye injuries.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should stop using these masks immediately, and return them to JT USA for a free replacement mask.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 13, 2001. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 01197.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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