CPSC Recall in 2006: Mizuno USA, Inc. Recalls "Gamer" Baseball Gloves Due to Chance of Infection in At-Risk Consumers

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.
Recall Number: 06-070
Date: January 18, 2006
Product Name: Mizuno "Gamer" Baseball Gloves
Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Mizuno USA, Inc., of Norcross, Ga., is voluntarily recalling about 12,800 Mizuno ΓÇ£GamerΓÇ¥ Baseball Gloves. These gloves could contain aspergillus mold. Such mold usually does not affect healthy individuals, but could cause respiratory or other infections in individuals with chronic health problems or in individuals who have impaired immune systems.Name of Product: Mizuno "Gamer" Baseball GlovesUnits: About 12,800Importer: Mizuno USA, Inc., of Norcross, Ga.Hazard: These gloves could contain aspergillus mold. Such mold usually does not affect healthy individuals, but could cause respiratory or other infections in individuals with chronic health problems or in individuals who have impaired immune systems.Incidents/Injuries: None reported.Description: The recall includes all Mizuno "Gamer" baseball gloves. These gloves have the word "Gamer" printed on the palm of the gloves.Sold at: Sporting goods stores nationwide from July 2005 through October 2005 for about $80.Manufactured in: PhilippinesRemedy: Consumers should stop using the gloves and contact Mizuno USA, Inc. for information on how to receive a free replacement baseball glove.Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Mizuno USA, Inc., at (800) 966-1211 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

Hazard Description:

These gloves could contain aspergillus mold. Such mold usually does not affect healthy individuals, but could cause respiratory or other infections in individuals with chronic health problems or in individuals who have impaired immune systems.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 12,800
Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Sporting goods stores nationwide from July 2005 through October 2005 for about $80.

Manufactured In:

Philippines