Children's Metal Jewelry Recalled By WeGlow International Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
CPSC recall 08044 · announced October 25, 2007 · Weglow · 110,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves WeGlow children's flashing rings. The character-themed rings were sold in Shrek the Third® and Spiderman 3® designs. The rings have item number 920422 printed on back of the packaging.
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 immediately take this jewelry away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Dollar Tree, Dollar Bill$, Dollar Express, Greenbacks and Only $1 stores nationwide from December 2005 through August 2007 for $1.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact WeGlow toll-free at (866) 934-5692 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.weglow.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.