On May 27, 2008, Rawlings Sporting Goods Co. Inc. recalled about 2,300 Rawlings Junior Batting Helmets because surface paint on the helmets was found to contain excessive lead levels, posing a lead poisoning hazard.

Rawlings Junior Batting Helmets with model number CFHLJR, which can be found on the back of the helmet, are included in the recall. The recalled helmets were sold in yellow and orange with black accents.

Sporting goods retailers nationwide sold the recalled Rawlings Junior Batting Helmets from July 2007 through November 2007 for about $40.

Consumers who own a recalled helmet should immediately stop using it and contact either the place of purchase or Rawlings at 800-729-5464 for a free replacement product. For more information, customers may also visit Rawlings’ website.

Source: “Batting Helmets Recalled by Rawlings Sporting Goods Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard,” US Consumer Product Safety Commission Release #08-575, May 27, 2008.