Lead Poisoning Hazard Prompts Recall of Metal Charm Bracelets
CPSC recall 06538 · announced March 23, 2006 · Oriental Trading · 25,000 units affected
The product
The recalled charm bracelets consist of silver-colored metal beads. A silver-colored metal heart frame is attached to the bracelet.
The hazard
The recalled metal charm bracelets contain high levels of accessible lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning to young children. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the recalled charm bracelets away from children and contact Oriental Trading Company to receive a refund or credit for the product. Oriental Trading Company is contacting consumers who purchased the bracelets.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Oriental Trading Company's Web site from July 2004 through September 2005 for about $0.50 each.
Consumer contact: For more information, contact Oriental Trading Company at (800) 723-6155 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.orientaltrading.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.