Children's Jewelry Recalled by Bead Bazaar USA Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
CPSC recall 08324 · announced July 3, 2008 · Bead Bazaar · 13,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves "It's a Girl Thing" metal necklaces, bracelets, and phone charms. The jewelry features a variety of charms including flowers, shoes, letters and butterflies. "It's a Girl Thing" is printed on the packaging along with the UPC numbers 633870018419 (bracelet), 633870018426 (necklace), and 633870018433 (phone charm).
The hazard
The children's jewelry could 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 jewelry away from children and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Retailers nationwide from February 2006 through June 2008 for about $6.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Bead Bazaar USA at (800) 838-1769 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at www.beadkit.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.