Key Chains Recalled by Dollar General Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

Recalled October 4, 2007 · CPSC recall 08009 · Key

Hazard

The key chains contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take these key chains away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or replacement product.

Units

About 192,000

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

This recall involves key chains with a coiled cord and a metal charm with one of the following engraved words: "wisdom", "truth", "believe", "love", "hope", or "dream". The key chains were sold on a cardboard tab with floral designs and the words "Metal Keyring" and "$1" on the front.

What to do

Consumers should immediately take these key chains away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or replacement product.

Contact

For additional information, contact Dollar General at (800) 678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dollargeneral.com

Product

Key Chains

Imported by

Dollar General Merchandising Inc., of Goodlettsville, Tenn.

Retailers

Dollar General stores nationwide from June 2005 through August 2007 for about $1.

Made in

China

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