Children's Jewelry Recalled by SmileMakers Due to High Levels of Cadmium
CPSC recall 10287 · announced June 30, 2010 · Toy Network · 66,200 units affected
The product
This recall involves "Happy" charm bracelets and football rings. The "Happy" charm bracelet is comprised of colorful beads on a small elastic band to which a metal charm in the shape of a butterfly, moon or sun is attached. The football ring is a small adjustable metal band to which a football charm (made of metal) is attached.
The hazard
The metal substrate in the jewelry contains high levels of cadmium. Cadmium 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 discard the product.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Doctor and dentist offices nationwide from June 2005 through March 2010 for free.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact SmileMakers toll-free at (877) 390-5470 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the company's website at www.smilemakers.com, or send email to product.questions@smilemakers.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.