Recalls / 2004-07-08

CPSC Announces Recall of Metal Toy Jewelry Sold in Vending Machines Firms agree to stop importation until hazard is eliminated

04174 · Recalled 2004-07-08 · CPSC page

Description

This toy jewelry recall involves various styles of rings, necklaces, and bracelets. The rings are gold- or silver-colored with different designs and paint finishes with various shaped center stones. The necklaces have black cord or rope or gold- or silver-colored chains. The necklaces have pendants, crosses or various geometrical designs or shapes, and can include gemstones. The various styles of bracelets include charm bracelets, bracelets with medallion links, and bracelets with faux stones.

Hazards

CPSC has determined that some of this toy jewelry contains dangerous levels of lead, posing a risk of lead poisoning to children. Young children sometimes mouth or swallow items like these, and lead can leach from the jewelry into the child's body. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation.

Reported injuries

CPSC has received one report of lead poisoning when a child swallowed a piece of toy jewelry containing lead that was previously recalled. No reports of injury or illness have been received for the recalled products announced today.

Remedy

Consumers should throw away recalled jewelry.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Toy jewelry		About 150 million pieces

Parties

Importers: A & A Global Industries, Inc., of Cockeysville, Md., Brand Imports, LLC, of Scottsdale, Ariz., Cardinal Distributing Co. Inc., of Baltimore, Md., L. M. Becker & Co., Inc., of Kimberly, Wis.
Made in: India
Sold at: The toy jewelry was sold in vending machines located in malls, discount, department, grocery, from January 2002 through June 2004, for, $0.75.

Consumer contact

Consumers can contact these importers for more information about this recall by calling (602) 636-3908 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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Source: CPSC recall 04174. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.