Youth Tiara Recalled by Wilton Industries Due to Lead Exposure Hazard
CPSC recall 10279 · announced June 24, 2010 · Wilton Industries Inc. Of Woodridge, Ill · 7,300 units affected
The product
This recall involves the Wilton® Youth Tiara with a SKU number of 120-228. The SKU number is located on the back of the package in the lower right corner. The tiara is silver-colored with clear crystals.
The hazard
The tiara 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 tiaras away from children and contact Wilton Industries for a full refund. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Party City, Jo-Ann Fabrics, Ben Franklin Stores, Amazon.com, and other retailers nationwide from June 2009 through April 2010 for about $13
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Wilton Industries at (800) 593-7866 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Thursday and between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. CT Fridays or visit the firm's website at www.wilton.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.