CPSC, L.M. Becker & Co. Inc. Announce Recall of Toy Necklaces
CPSC recall 03178 · announced September 10, 2003 · L.m. Becker And Co · 1 units affected
The product
The necklaces consist of a 10-inch black cord with a 7/8- inch-diameter gray metal pendant. The metal pendant has assorted symbols on one side.
The hazard
The necklace's pendant contains high levels of lead, posing a risk of poisoning to young children.
What to do (per CPSC)
The firm is no longer in business and a remedy is no longer available. Consumers should throw the jewelry away.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm received one report of a child who swallowed the necklace's pendant, which reportedly resulted in high blood lead levels.
Sold at: Vending machines in malls, discount department and grocery stores nationwide, from March 2002 through April 2003, for about 50 cents.
Consumer contact: The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.