May 1, 2008
Lowe's is recalling about 84,000 children's storage bins. Surface paint on the storage bins could contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
The recalled storage bins are wooden with scalloped edges and were sold in pastel green or pink. Item number 226782 (pastel green storage bin) or 226781 (pink storage bin) is located on the bottom of the storage bin. No other storage bins or colors are included in this recall.
The bins were sold at Lowe's retail outlets nationwide from March 2007 through February 2008 for about $6. They were made in Taiwan.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled storage bins away from children and return them to any Lowe's store for a full refund.
For additional information, contact L G Sourcing toll-free at (866) 493-6563 anytime, or visit www.lowes.com
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).