# STX Recalls Shield Throat Protector Due to Laceration Hazard
> **CPSC recall** · 2014-02-26 · 14116 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 14116
- **Date:** 2014-02-26
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

STX Shield throat protector

## Hazards

The Shield Throat Protector can crack or break when struck by a lacrosse ball, posing a laceration hazard to the user.

## Retailer(s)

Specialty sporting goods stores such as Athlete's Connection, Commonwealth Lacrosse, Lacrosse Unlimited, Play It Again Sports, Sport Stop USA and Universal Lacrosse and online at www.LAX.com from September 2013 through February 2014 for about $20 to $25.

## Importer(s)

STX, LLC of Baltimore, Md.

## Country of manufacture

Taiwan

## Description

This recall involves the STX Shield throat protector. The throat protector is black and has the letters "STX" engraved on the outer surface of the protector. It has straps attached by silver screws on each side and bottom of the protector to attach it to a lacrosse goalie's helmet below the helmet's chin guard.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/STX-Recalls-Shield-Throat-Protector)
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