Recalls / 2008-02-07
Pendants and Candle Charms Recalled Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
08187 · Recalled 2008-02-07 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled pewter pendants were sold in eight collections of 12 pendants each. The pendant collections included Signs of the Zodiac, Runes, Ritual, Goddess, Chinese Zodiac, and Celtic Harmonies. The pendants were sold separately and on candles of various colors and scents.
Hazards
The recalled pendants and charms contain 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 stop using these pendants/charms and contact Benjamin International to receive a free replacement pendant/charm.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Pendants and Candle Charms | About 460,000 |
Parties
- Importer
- Benjamin International, of Middlebury, Conn.
- Made in
- South Korea
- Sold at
- Gift shops nationwide, $8 for the pendants, between $12, $15 for the charms with candles.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Benjamin International toll-free at (888) 249-7639 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET or visit the firm's Web site at www.benjamininternational.com
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Source: CPSC recall 08187. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.