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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 23701

Eames Desk Units and Eames Storage Units

Published October 6, 2022

Summary

CPSC records recall 23701, published October 6, 2022. Reported units: About 700.

What's the hazard

The surface paint on the tan side panels of the desks and storage units contains levels of lead that exceed the federal lead paint ban, posing a lead poisoning hazard. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled desks and storage units immediately. Contact MillerKnoll for either a full refund and free pickup of the desks and storage units, or to receive a free repair kit that includes a replacement panel requiring a screwdriver and a needle nose plier for consumers to install. MillerKnoll is contacting all purchasers directly.

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Recall details

Distributor
MillerKnoll Inc., formerly known as Herman Miller Inc., of Zeeland, Michigan
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Eames Desk Units and Eames Storage Units recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 23701 on October 6, 2022. Reported hazard: The surface paint on the tan side panels of the desks and storage units contains levels of lead that exceed the federal lead paint ban, posing a lead poisoning hazard. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the recalled desks and storage units immediately. Contact MillerKnoll for either a full refund and free pickup of the desks and storage units, or to receive a free repair kit that includes a replacement panel requiring a screwdriver and a needle nose plier for consumers to install. MillerKnoll is contacting all purchasers directly.

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)