Children's Rings Recalled By Cardinal Distributing Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard

CPSC recall 07189 · announced May 15, 2007 · Cardinal Distributing Co · 300,000 units affected

The product

The silver-colored rings have a round turquoise-colored stone on top. The stone is surrounded by a band of small silver-colored balls.

The hazard

The recalled rings contain 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 immediately take the recalled rings away from children and throw them away.

Official CPSC recall notice →

Notes

Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Vending machines located in malls, discount, department and grocery stores in the Baltimore, Maryland area from August 2002 through April 2007 for 25 cents.
Consumer contact: For additional information, call Cardinal Distributing at (800) 368-2062 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.vendingdepot.com

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.