Skull-And-Crossbones Necklaces Recalled By Spencer Gifts Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

Recalled January 29, 2009 · CPSC recall 09111 · Skull-And-Crossbones

Hazard

The skull and metal clasp of the necklace contain high levels of lead. Lead can be toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled necklaces away from children and contact Spencer Gifts for a refund or exchange.

Units

About 8,400

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

This recall involves a necklace with a "skull-and-crossbones" symbol and a metal clasp. The skull has eleven pieces of rhinestones on its forehead and one rhinestone on both ends of the crossbones.

What to do

Consumers should immediately take the recalled necklaces away from children and contact Spencer Gifts for a refund or exchange.

Contact

For additional information, contact Spencer Gifts toll-free at (800) 321-2497 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.spencersonline.com or www.spirithalloween.com

Product

Skull-And-Crossbones Necklaces

Imported by

Spencer Gifts LLC, of Egg Harbor Township, N.J.

Retailers

Spirit Halloween and Spencer Gift stores nationwide from November 2006 to December 2008 for between $8 and $10.

Made in

China

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