CPSC, Dollar General Corp. Announce Recall of Costume Jewelry
CPSC recall 05278 · announced September 22, 2005 · Dollar General · 455,000 units affected
The product
The flower necklace and earring set features a floral design in four color variations: yellow, orange, pink and purple. The purse necklace and earring set features a dangling purse charm in black, red, blue, orange, pink or purple. The corded swirl necklace and earring set features a twisted metal swirl pattern hanging from a black, blue or purple cord. The faux amber necklace and earring set features a large faux amber gem cut in a heart or cross shape. The 5-strand bead necklace and earring set was sold in four color variations: orange, purple, blue and multi-color.
The hazard
The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should take the recalled jewelry away from children immediately and return to Dollar General stores for a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Dollar General Stores nationwide, from May 2005 through August 2005, for between $1 and $3.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Dollar General at (800) 678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dollargeneral.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.