Recalls / 2008-06-19
Wal-Mart Recalls Additional Charm Key Chains Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
08307 · Recalled 2008-06-19 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled key chains have several charms including a button, clover, leaf, and heart. The charms hang from a silver-colored chain. The words "Hip charm" and the following UPC numbers are printed on the products packaging: 03156811032, 03156811029, 03156811019, 03156811016, 03156811018, 03156811028, and 03156811030.
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
There have been no injuries reported with the additional key chains included in this recall. The Illinois Attorney General informed Wal-Mart and CPSC in April that the previously recalled 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 39,000 (firm previously recalled 12,000 key chains in April 2008) |
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 June 2008 for between $ .50, $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
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Source: CPSC recall 08307. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.