CPSC recall · Reported October 28, 2015
Pottery Barn Kids Recalls Avengers and Darth Vader Water Bottles Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
The gray paint on the metal portion of the water bottle can contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Amax Enterprises (Hk) Limited, of China recalled This recall involves Avengers and Darth Vader themed stainless steel water bottles with i….
Pottery Barn Kids Recalls Avengers and Darth Vader Water Bottles Due to Violation of Lead… was recalled by Amax Enterprises (Hk) Limited, of China in October 28, 2015. Reason: The gray paint on the metal portion of the water bottle can contain excessive levels of lead, violating the f…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled water bottles from children and return the…. Verify recall #16022 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Amax Enterprises (Hk) Limited, of China issued this CPSC recall-The gray paint on the metal portion of the water bottle can contain excessive levels of lead, violating the f….
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- October 28, 2015
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16022 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, 5 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.
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Product description
This recall involves Avengers and Darth Vader themed stainless steel water bottles with images of Thor, The Incredible Hulk and Iron Man on one and an image of Darth Vader and the Death Star on the other style. The water bottles are gray with a blue or black plastic top, a vacuum-valve stopper and are 5 ½ inches tall by 2 ¾ inches in diameter. SKU number 7939721 (Avengers) or 7939721 (Darth Vader) is printed on the price sticker affixed to the bottom of the bottle, along with one of the following date codes: 12/2013, 8/2014 or 12/2014. A tracking label imprinted on the underside of the bottle contains the date code printed along with the words, "Pottery Barn Kids," "LOT 1, BATCH 1" and "JINHUA, CHINA."
Reason for recall
The gray paint on the metal portion of the water bottle can contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled water bottles from children and return them to the nearest Pottery Barn Kids store or contact the firm's toll-free number for free shipping information. Consumers will have the option of a full refund or replacement water bottle, plus a $20 Pottery Barn Kids gift card.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16022 |
| Date reported | October 28, 2015 |
| Date initiated | October 28, 2015 |
| Recalling firm | Amax Enterprises (Hk) Limited, of China |
| Affected scope | About 15,200 (in addition, 430 units were sold in Canada) |
| 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 immediately take the recalled water bottles from children and return them to the nearest Pottery Barn Kids store…
- Check the recall number (16022) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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