Children's Metal Jewelry Recalled by Buy-Rite Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
CPSC recall 08095 · announced November 21, 2007 · Buy-rite Designs · 43,000 units affected
The product
The recalled charm bracelets have silver-colored star and butterfly charms, and clear and pink beads that hang from a silver-colored chain. The tack pins are silver butterflies or stars with clear and pink beads.
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 the recalled jewelry away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund. If unable to return it to the stores, contact Buy-Rite for information on how to receive a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Big Lots stores nationwide from August 2005 through April 2007 for about $1.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Buy-Rite at (888) 777-7952 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.buyriteinc.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.