Bonne Bell Recalls Children's Cosmetics Accessory Bags Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
CPSC recall 08382 · announced August 29, 2008 · Bonne Bell Co · 945,000 units affected
The product
The recalled accessory bags are made of plastic and have a zipper and carrying handle. The bags come with an assortment of cosmetic products, which are not part of this recall. The model name and UPC numbers are located on the hangtag. The following recalled model names and UPC numbers are involved in this recall: SMACKERS Sweet Treats Collection UPC 0 50051 50575 7 SMACKERS Sparkle & Shine Collection UPC 0 50051 50576 4 SMACKERS Glam It Up Collection UPC 0 50051 50577 1 BONNEBELL Natural Neutrals Collection UPC 0 50051 22640 9 BONNEBELL Pretty Pinks Collection UPC 0 50051 22641 6 BONNEBELL Fresh Pinks Collection UPC 0 50051 22642 3 BONNEBELL Glamorous Neutrals Collection UPC 0 50051 22643 0
The hazard
The metal clasps on the handle of the accessory bags contain excessive levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the recalled accessory bag away from children and contact Bonne Bell for a replacement bag.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Retail stores nationwide and Bonne Bell's Web site from September 2007 through August 2008 for about $9
Consumer contact: For more information, consumers can contact Bonne Bell toll-free at (866) 288-8643 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or via email at quality@bonnebell.com, or visit the company's Web site at www.thebonnebellcompany.com/recall/
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.