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Target Recalls Children's Belts Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Reported: June 17, 2010 Initiated: June 17, 2010 #10268

Product Description

This recall involves two types of belts: The Cherokee boys' belts and Circo girls' belts. The Cherokee belts are black and brown reversible belts with heavy stitching in sizes M-XL. The belts came in a pack of two with the numbers 202/08/0018, 202/08/0019 or 202/08/0020 embossed on the belt. The girls' Circo belts are pink and white with heart buckles in sizes XS-L. They were sold in a 2-pack with the numbers 202/05/0071, 202/05/0072, 202/05/0073 or 202/05/0074 listed on the product label attached to the inside of the belt.

Reason for Recall

The belt buckles contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled belts and return them to any Target store to receive a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves two types of belts: The Cherokee boys' belts and Circo girls' belts. The Cherokee belts are black and brown reversible belts with heavy stitching in sizes M-XL. The belts came in a pack of two with the numbers 202/08/0018, 202/08/0019 or 202/08/0020 embossed on the belt. The girls' Circo belts are pink and white with heart buckles in sizes XS-L. They were sold in a 2-pack with the numbers 202/05/0071, 202/05/0072, 202/05/0073 or 202/05/0074 listed on the product label attached to the inside of the belt.. Units affected: About 105,150.
Why was this product recalled?
The belt buckles contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled belts and return them to any Target store to receive a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 17, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10268.