CPSC, JT USA Inc. Announce Recall of Proteus Paint Ball Masks

Active Recall Announced July 13, 2001 CPSC #01197

Quick answer

CPSC, JT USA Inc. Announce Recall of Proteus Paint Ball Masks is CPSC recall #01197, announced on July 13, 2001. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The Proteus mask, used for protection during paintball combat, is made up of a Spectra goggle, visor and facemask, which includes ear covers and a strap. Model number 50085090201 includes a cooling fan. Model number 50105090201 does not include a fan. The model numbers are written on the packaging. Both masks are gray with clear plastic ear covers. Only masks with clear ear covers are part of the recall. The remedy is consumers should stop using these masks immediately, and return them to jt usa for a free replacement mask.. Affected brand: JT USA Inc..

Hazard

The Proteus mask, used for protection during paintball combat, is made up of a Spectra goggle, visor and facemask, which includes ear covers and a strap. Model number 50085090201 includes a cooling fan. Model number 50105090201 does not include a fan. The model numbers are written on the packaging. Both masks are gray with clear plastic ear covers. Only masks with clear ear covers are part of the recall.

Affected products

Proteus paintball mask

Recalled brands

JT USA Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these masks immediately, and return them to JT USA for a free replacement mask.

Recall date

July 13, 2001

Categories

Paintball Equipment & Accessories

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #01197?

CPSC recall #01197 covers CPSC, JT USA Inc. Announce Recall of Proteus Paint Ball Masks, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on July 13, 2001. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The Proteus mask, used for protection during paintball combat, is made up of a Spectra goggle, visor and facemask, which includes ear covers and a strap. Model number 50085090201 includes a cooling fan. Model number 50105090201 does not include a fan. The model numbers are written on the packaging. Both masks are gray with clear plastic ear covers. Only masks with clear ear covers are part of the recall.

What is the remedy for recall #01197?

The CPSC remedy for recall #01197 is consumers should stop using these masks immediately, and return them to jt usa for a free replacement mask.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell CPSC, JT USA Inc. Announce Recall of Proteus Paint Ball Masks on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-JT-USA-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Proteus-Paint-Ball-Masks. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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