Recalls / 2008-04-18
Wal-Mart Recalls Charm Key Chains Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
08250 · Recalled 2008-04-18 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled key chain has several charms including a button, clover, leaf, heart and a sand dollar. The charms hang from a silver-colored chain. The words "Hip charm" and UPC (#31568 11017) are printed on the product's packaging.
Hazards
The charms on the key chain can contain high levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects.
Reported injuries
The Illinois Attorney General informed Wal-Mart and CPSC on April 16, 2008, that the key chain was found in the home of a 9-month-old child who was discovered to have high blood-levels of lead. The child was observed mouthing this key chain.
Remedy
Consumers should not allow children to handle the key chain and return it to any Wal-Mart store for a full refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Hip Charm Key Chains | About 12,000 |
Parties
- Importer
- FGX International Inc., of Smithfield, R.I.
- Distributor
- Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Wal-Mart from April 2005 through April 2008 for about $6.
Consumer contact
For further information, contact Wal-Mart at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.walmartstores.com
Source: CPSC recall 08250. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.