Children's Jewelry Recalled By Daiso Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
CPSC recall 08579 · announced June 3, 2008 · Daiso Seattle · 50 units affected
The product
This recall involves children's bracelets and Zodiac-sign necklaces. The necklaces have a black, non-metal cord and a silver rectangular pendant. An abstract design and a zodiacal name is printed on the front. The bracelets have a black, non-metal cord and plastic beads. Silver pendants shaped as a knife, cupid, sun, heart and bird wings are sold with the bracelets. The jewelry has UPC numbers 984343144040 (necklace) and 947678164466 (bracelet) printed on the back label.
The hazard
The 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 jewelry from young children and return the item to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Daiso retail stores in Washington State from October 2007 through December 2007 for about $2.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Daiso LLC toll-free at (866) 768-4620 between 9:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.daisollc.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.