Things Remembered Recalls Children's Jewelry Due to Violation of Lead Standard
CPSC recall 16228 · announced July 19, 2016 · Things Remembered · 6,700 units affected
The product
This recall involves silver heart bracelets and sweet charm necklaces for children. The 6-inch, silver-plated bracelets have 10 silver hearts and circle links, a lobster claw clasp, and one silver heart-shaped charm. The necklaces are gold plated on a 13-inch box chain with a 2-inch extender, a lobster claw closure and three charms - a pink ice cream cone, a pink crystal cupcake and a gold-plated tag with "SWEET" engraved.
The hazard
The clear surface coating on the bracelets and necklaces contain lead in excess of the allowable limit. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and contact Things Remembered for a full refund, including shipping charges, or a replacement gift of equal value. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Things Remembered stores nationwide and online at www.thingsremembered.com from February 2015 through June 2016 for about $25.
Consumer contact: Things Remembered toll-free at 866-902-4438 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at customerservice@thingsremembered.com or online at www.thingsremembered.com and click on "Product Recalls" under "Company Information" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.