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AAP News Vol. 29 No. 2 February 2008, p. 22
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Children's sunglasses

Products recalled due to risk of lead exposure

The following products are being recalled because they may contain high levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.


Figure 1

Units: About 260,000

Importer: FGX International Inc., of Smithfield, R.I.

Description: The recall involves 15 styles of children's sunglasses. The style name is printed on the product inside the left temple arm. The name "Foster Grant" also may appear on the temple arm of some styles. The styles included in the recall are Balloon, Bond, Boom, Bubble Gum, Bullseye, Buzz, Conqueror Jr., Curly Q, Encompass Jr., IK, Fade IK, Gadget IK, Iceman, Lily, Outer Space and Pluto.

Sold at: Various stores nationwide from January through November 2007 for $3 to $11.

Remedy: Return the sunglasses to FGX International for a free replacement or refund, including shipping and handling.

Contact: Call 877-277-0104 or visit www.fgxi.com.





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