Cardiac Science Notifies AED Customers of Nationwide Voluntary Medical Device Correction
Cardiac Science Corporation [NASDAQ: CSCX] is initiating a voluntary field correction after it was determined certain automated external defibrillators (AEDs) may experience a rare product issue in which the AED may not be able to deliver therapy during a resuscitation attempt. Device failure may affect resuscitation of the patient, which could lead to serious adverse events or death. These AEDs have electronic components which may fail and the failure may not be detected by the device’s periodic self-tests.
Children’s Art Easels Recalled by MacPherson’s Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
The chalkboard surface coating contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Zero Motorcycles Recalls Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard
The throttle on the recalled motorcycles can become stuck in the open position or become disconnected. In the "Easy" or the "0-25" mode, this can unexpectedly lead to full power when turning on the power, resulting in a loss of control and serious injury to the rider.
Daiso Recalls Children’s Toys, Purses and Pen Cases Due to Violation of Lead Paint and Phthalate Limits
The surface paint on the balancing toys and zippers of the purses and pen cases contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint ban. The inflatable baseball bat toys contain excessive levels of DEHP, violating the federal phthalate standard.
Consumers Warned Not to Eat Certain Imported Dried Plums
The Texas Department of State Health Services is warning consumers not to eat certain imported dried plums and products containing imported dried plums because they have elevated levels of lead.
Target to Pay $600,000 Civil Penalty: Toys Recalled Due to Violation of Lead Paint Ban
As part of its commitment to protecting the safety of children, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced today that Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn. has agreed to pay a $600,000 civil penalty for allegedly violating the federal lead paint ban on toys.
Chulada, Inc. Announces Recall of Saladitos c/ Chile (Salted Plum w/ Chile Powder)
Chulada, Inc. of Burbank, CA is recalling all Chulada Brand Saladitos c/ Chile (Salted Plum w/ Chile Powder) due to elevated levels of lead. Chulada, Inc. learned on 6/10/09 from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), that Saladitos c/ Chile (Salted Plum w/ Chile Powder) contains high levels of lead that could cause health problems to consumers, particularly infants, small children, and pregnant women.
Children’s Animal Masks and Pendants Recalled by Team Work Trading Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
The recalled children's animal masks and pendants contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Liquidation Outlet, Inc. Recalls Action Figure Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard; Sold Exclusively at Dollar Stores
The action figure toys have surface paints which contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Barr Laboratories, Inc. issues a voluntary nationwide recall of Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine 20mg Tablets, Lot number 311756
Barr Laboratories, Inc. is initiating a voluntary recall of Dextroamphetamine Saccharate, Amphetamine Aspartate, Dextroamphetamine Sulfate and Amphetamine Sulfate (Mixed Salts of a Single Entity Amphetamine Product) 20mg Tablets, 100 count bottles, lot number 311756. The product identified is being recalled because the affected lot may contain some tablets exceeding weight requirements which may lead to super-potent tablets…