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900,000 Children's Necklaces and Charm Bracelets Recalled by Cardinal Distributing Co. Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard

Reported: April 17, 2007 Initiated: April 17, 2007 #07157

Product Description

The recalled necklaces have sports-themed pendants including blue or green basketballs, yellow stars, "01," and "Perfect 10." The pendants hang from a black cord. The bracelets include green or pink painted heart-shaped charms and silver-colored charms shaped as suns, moons, stars, padlocks, keys, rattles, and fishbones.

Reason for Recall

The paint on this jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled necklaces and charm bracelets away from children and discard them.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled necklaces have sports-themed pendants including blue or green basketballs, yellow stars, "01," and "Perfect 10." The pendants hang from a black cord. The bracelets include green or pink painted heart-shaped charms and silver-colored charms shaped as suns, moons, stars, padlocks, keys, rattles, and fishbones.. Units affected: About 900,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The paint on this jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled necklaces and charm bracelets away from children and discard them.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 17, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07157.