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The line of dining furniture sold in bricks has been recalled by Health Canada for unsafe levels of lead.
The dining furniture brand known as Lars includes a counterwood top table and chairs with black coatings on the legs and metal base, sold as individual pieces or as a set of five or seven pieces.
According to a Canadian government recall notice, the black coating contains higher lead levels than those permitted in Canada.
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Various serious health effects are associated with exposure to lead, especially in children, according to notifications related to the liver, kidneys, heart and immune system.
Notifications explain some of the effects of lead ingestion, including anemia, vomiting, diarrhea, serious brain damage, convulsions, and coma.
Health Canada also explains that even if the lead is exposed to very small amounts, it can accumulate in the body over time.
Image showing LARS counter tables seen in a recall notification from Health Canada shared on August 26, 2025 (credit: Health Canada).
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Health Canada says it has not received any reports of incidents or injuries in Canada as of August 15th, but the agency has emphasized to consumers that it will “suspend immediate use of recalled products” in addition to contacting Brick for further instructions.
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