CPSC, Children's Necklaces Recalled for Lead Poisoning Hazard

Recalled April 27, 2006 · CPSC recall 06150

Hazard

The recalled necklaces contain high levels of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning and adverse health effects to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately return the recalled jewelry to the nearest Dollar General Store for a refund.

Units

About 55,000

Incidents / injuries

None

Description

The recalled choker-style necklaces are silver-colored hearts, crosses and clovers that hang from a blue, maroon or black velvety cord. The jewelry's packaging is white cardboard with "In Style" printed on the front, and UPC number 041838140766 on the back.

What to do

Consumers should immediately return the recalled jewelry to the nearest Dollar General Store for a refund.

Contact

For additional information, contact Selected Trading at (800) 336-6292, visit the firm's Web site at www.selected-trading.com or e-mail the firm at [email protected]

Product

Children's Necklaces

Imported by

Selected Trading Corp., of Miami, Fla.

Retailers

Dollar General Stores from January 2003 through December 2005 for about $1.

Made in

China

UPC

041838140766

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →