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Wal-Mart Recalls Additional Charm Key Chains Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

Reported: June 19, 2008 Initiated: June 19, 2008 #08307

Product Description

The recalled key chains have several charms including a button, clover, leaf, and heart. The charms hang from a silver-colored chain. The words "Hip charm" and the following UPC numbers are printed on the products packaging: 03156811032, 03156811029, 03156811019, 03156811016, 03156811018, 03156811028, and 03156811030.

Reason for Recall

The charms on the key chain can contain high levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects.

Remedy

Consumers should not allow children to handle the key chain and return it to any Wal-Mart store for a full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 39,000 (firm previously recalled 12,000 key chains in April 2008)
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Wal-Mart-Recalls-Additional-Charm-Key-Chains-Due-to-Risk-of-Lead-Exposure

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled key chains have several charms including a button, clover, leaf, and heart. The charms hang from a silver-colored chain. The words "Hip charm" and the following UPC numbers are printed on the products packaging: 03156811032, 03156811029, 03156811019, 03156811016, 03156811018, 03156811028, and 03156811030.. Recalled by Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.. Units affected: About 39,000 (firm previously recalled 12,000 key chains in April 2008).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The charms on the key chain can contain high levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should not allow children to handle the key chain and return it to any Wal-Mart store for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 19, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 08307.

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