JCPenney™ Company, Inc.

J.C. Penney, Penney’s

Corporate Summary

Founded in the early 1900’s, JC Penney™ Company manufactures family apparel, jewelry, shoes, accessories and home furnishings. The department stores also provide some services, like salons and custom decorating services.

On August 23, 2007, JC Penney™ recalled Windsor Spindle-Back Side Chairs because of a fall hazard.

On October 11, 2007, several companies recalled nearly one million children’s toys, art sets, and balance beams because the products contain excessive amounts of lead and violate the federal lead paint standard.

The following are the recalled products and the companies performing the recall:

J.C. Penney recalled about 2,400 Breyer 2006 Stirrup Ornaments, about 19,000 Deluxe Wood Art Sets, and about 49,000 Disney™ Deluxe Winnie-the-Pooh 23-Piece Play Sets that were sold through the retailer’s catalog and website. Consumers may contact J.C. Penney at 1-888-333-6063, or at the company’s website.