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CPSC recall · Reported March 19, 2020

Children's Tool Kits Recalled by Grizzly Industrial Due to Violation of Federal Lead Content Ban and Toy Safety Requirements

The tool belt, hammer and suspenders (model H3044) contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead content standard. In addition, the toy goggles and hardhats do not …

Recall #
20098
Affected scope
About 20,645 (In addition, about 100 units were sold in Canada)
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The CPSC recalled The recalled Children's Tool Kits have two different model numbers: H3044 and H5855. Mode… - a moderate-severity action.

Children's Tool Kits Recalled by Grizzly Industrial Due to Violation of Federal Lead Cont… was recalled and listed by the CPSC in March 19, 2020. Reason: The tool belt, hammer and suspenders (model H3044) contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal le…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled Children's Tool Kits and keep them…. Verify recall #20098 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The tool belt, hammer and suspenders (model H3044) contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal le….

Moderate
severity level
March 19, 2020
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #20098 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #20098) was formally reported on March 19, 2020. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The recalling firm is not specified in the federal record. Federal records list the affected scope as About 20,645 (In addition, about 100 units were sold in Canada).

The documented reason for this recall is: The tool belt, hammer and suspenders (model H3044) contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead content standard. In addition, the toy goggles and hardhats do not meet toy safety requirements. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled Children's Tool Kits and keep them away from children. Consumers should contact Grizzly Industrial for instructions on returning the recalled to… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction 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.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 20,645 (In addition, about 100 units were sold in Canada)

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recalled Children's Tool Kits have two different model numbers: H3044 and H5855. Model H3044 is a 12-piece tool kit that contains a helmet, goggles, tape measure, tool belt, hammer, pair of leather gloves, ruler, carpenter's square, level, bottle of chalk and suspenders. Model H5855 is an 11-piece tool kit that contains goggles, tape measure, wooden tool caddy, hammer, ruler, carpenter's square, level, screwdriver, pliers and an adjustable wrench. Model numbers are printed on the front upper right hand corner of the packaging. "Grizzly Industrial" is printed on multiple items of the tool kits.

Reason for recall

The tool belt, hammer and suspenders (model H3044) contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead content standard. In addition, the toy goggles and hardhats do not meet toy safety requirements.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled Children's Tool Kits and keep them away from children. Consumers should contact Grizzly Industrial for instructions on returning the recalled tool kits to receive a full refund including return shipping. Grizzly is contacting all known purchasers directly to notify them of this recall.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 20098
Date reported March 19, 2020
Date initiated March 19, 2020
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope About 20,645 (In addition, about 100 units were sold in Canada)
Distribution Not disclosed
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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 stop using these recalled Children's Tool Kits and keep them away from children. Consumers should co…

  • Check the recall number (20098) 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled Children's Tool Kits have two different model numbers: H3044 and H5855. Model H3044 is a 12-piece tool kit that contains a helmet, goggles, tape measure, tool belt, hammer, pair of leather gloves, ruler, carpenter's square, level, bottle of chalk and suspenders. Model H5855 is an 11-piece tool kit that contains goggles, tape measure, wooden tool caddy, hammer, ruler, carpenter's square, level, screwdriver, pliers and an adjustable wrench. Model numbers are printed on the front upper right hand corner of the packaging. "Grizzly Industrial" is printed on multiple items of the tool kits.. Units affected: About 20,645 (In addition, about 100 units were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The tool belt, hammer and suspenders (model H3044) contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead content standard. In addition, the toy goggles and hardhats do not meet toy safety requirements.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled Children's Tool Kits and keep them away from children. Consumers should contact Grizzly Industrial for instructions on returning the recalled tool kits to receive a full refund including return shipping. Grizzly is contacting all known purchasers directly to notify them of this recall.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 19, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 20098.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (20098) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported March 19, 2020. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.