CPSCJune 8, 2000consumer

CPSC, Ace Hardware Corp. Announce Recall of Vinyl Window Blinds

Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

The hazard

These blinds contain lead exceeding government guidelines, and do not have required labeling warning they contain lead. Over time, vinyl deteriorates from exposure to sunlight and heat, forming lead dust on the surface of the blind. Young children can ingest lead by wiping their hands on the blinds and then putting their hands in their mouths. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation.

What to do

Consumers should remove the window blinds from windows and keep them away from children. Consumers can return the window blinds to the store where they were purchased, for a refund.

Brands named

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Recall history

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