Recalls / 2007-04-17
900,000 Children's Necklaces and Charm Bracelets Recalled by Cardinal Distributing Co. Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
07157 · Recalled 2007-04-17 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled necklaces have sports-themed pendants including blue or green basketballs, yellow stars, "01," and "Perfect 10." The pendants hang from a black cord. The bracelets include green or pink painted heart-shaped charms and silver-colored charms shaped as suns, moons, stars, padlocks, keys, rattles, and fishbones.
Hazards
The paint on this jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Reported injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled necklaces and charm bracelets away from children and discard them.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Charm Bracelets and "Sportswear" Necklaces | About 900,000 |
Parties
- Importer
- Cardinal Distributing Co., of Baltimore, Md.
- Made in
- India
- Sold at
- Vending machines located in malls, discount, department, grocery from January 2006 through April 2007 for 25 cents.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Cardinal Distributing Co. Inc. at (800) 368-2062 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.vendingdepot.com
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Source: CPSC recall 07157. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.