Allreds Design Recalls Baby Bracelets and Pacifier Clips Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
CPSC recall 10139 · announced February 17, 2010 · Allreds Design Dba Hidden Hollow Beads · 900 units affected
The product
This recall includes Allreds Design brand baby bracelets and pacifier clips. The bracelets are sold in sizes 0-6 months, 1-4 years, and 4-8 years of age. The baby bracelets and pacifier clips have crystal and plastic beads in various colors with a metal clasp.
The hazard
The recalled bracelets and pacifier clip clasps 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 these recalled bracelets and pacifier clips away from children and contact Allreds Design for instructions on how to receive a replacement bracelet or pacifier clip. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Allreds Design received one report of a 10-month-old child who was treated by a physician for elevated lead levels.
Sold at: Resale stores and other consignment retailers nationwideand on EBay from June 2008 through December 2008 for about $5.
Consumer contact: For additional information, please contact Allreds Design toll-free at (866) 695-3551 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.hiddenhollowbeads.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.