CPSC Recall in 2007: Samara Brothers Recalls Boys' Jackets Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.
Recall Number: 07-102
Date: February 12, 2007
Product Name: Heavyweight Outerwear Jackets
Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Samara Brothers LLC, of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 8,000 Heavyweight Outerwear Jackets. The snap closures on the outerwear jackets contain excessive amounts of lead, which poses a lead poisoning hazard. Name of product: Heavyweight Outerwear JacketsUnits: About 8,000Manufacturer: Samara Brothers LLC, of New York, N.Y.Hazard: The snap closures on the outerwear jackets contain excessive amounts of lead, which poses a lead poisoning hazard.Incidents/Injuries: None reported.Description: This recall involves boy's outerwear jackets with a Carter's-brand logo on the front. The jackets were sold in toddler and boy's sizes. Toddler sizes range from 2T to 4T. Boy's sizes include S, M and L. The outerwear jackets were sold in charcoal, navy and red.Sold at: Major department stores and discount department stores nationwide from October 2006 through November 2006 for up to $50.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should stop using the products immediately and contact Samara Brothers to obtain a full refund.Consumer Contact: For additional information, please contact Samara Brothers at (800) 985-9975 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.samarajacketrecall.com or e-mail the firm at info@samararecall.com.

Hazard Description:

The snap closures on the outerwear jackets contain excessive amounts of lead, which poses a lead poisoning hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 8,000
Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Major department stores and discount department stores nationwide from October 2006 through November 2006 for up to $50.

Manufactured In:

China