Product Details
| Product name | Vinyl Window Blinds. |
| Description | The recalled vinyl blinds are white miniblinds and woodgrain roll-up blinds. Sizes of the blinds range from 23-inches wide by 42-inches wide by 12–inches long. Writing on the label of the white miniblinds reads “Safe Nonleaded Vinyl Formulation.” Writing on the label of both blinds reads “MANUFACTURED IN THAILAND FOR ACE HARDWARE CORP.” |
| Problem | Over time, vinyl deteriorates from exposure to sunlight and heat, forming lead dust on the surface of the blind. Young children can ingest lead by wiping their hands on the blinds and then putting their hands in their mouths. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation. |
| Distribution | Sold at Ace Hardware and other hardware stores nationwide. |
| Company | Ace Hardware Corporation, Oak Brook, Illinois; (877) 223-4391. |
| Dates sold | August 1999 through May 2000. |
| Date posted | 12/27/2001 |
