Recalls / 2008-02-22
Children's Metal Jewelry Recalled by Pecoware Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
08200 · Recalled 2008-02-22 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled necklaces include a cat with silver and pink rhinestones, a heart and lock with pink rhinestones, a silver-colored heart with a rhinestone crown, and a silver-colored lock and key. The necklaces hang from silver-colored chains.
Hazards
The children's necklaces 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 take the recalled necklaces away from children and contact Pecoware for instructions on returning the necklaces for a full refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Metal Necklaces | About 2,900 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Pecoware Co. Inc.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Department, specialty from January 2006 through July 2007 (cat necklace), from July 2007 through November 2007 (heart, heart, key,, lock, key necklaces) for about $13.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Pecoware at (800) 456-7326 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.pecoware.com
Source: CPSC recall 08200. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.