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Lead Poisoning Hazard Prompts Cardinal Distributing to Again Recall Children's Rings

Reported: May 2, 2007 Initiated: May 2, 2007 #07174

Product Description

The recalled rings are silver with either dice or horseshoes on top. The numbers on some of the dice are painted in various colors, others are not painted. The horseshoes have either pink and green or purple and yellow painted polka dots.

Reason for Recall

The rings contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. These rings were subject to the July 2004 recall of 150 million pieces of children's metal jewelry. The firm placed the recalled rings that it had pulled from stores back into circulation.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled rings away from children and throw the rings away.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled rings are silver with either dice or horseshoes on top. The numbers on some of the dice are painted in various colors, others are not painted. The horseshoes have either pink and green or purple and yellow painted polka dots.. Units affected: About 200.
Why was this product recalled?
The rings contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. These rings were subject to the July 2004 recall of 150 million pieces of children's metal jewelry. The firm placed the recalled rings that it had pulled from stores back into circulation.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled rings away from children and throw the rings away.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 2, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07174.