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Parragon Books Recalls Children's Necklaces Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

Reported: July 10, 2008 Initiated: July 10, 2008 #08326

Product Description

The recalled necklace has a silver-colored chain with a silver-colored charm consisting of a pair of ballet shoes and a bow. The necklace was provided with the purchase of a children's book entitled, The Magical Ballet Slippers (alternatively titled Ballerina's Magical Shoes), ISBN 1405411449, published by Parragon Books, Ltd. UPC 9781405411448 is printed on the back of the book. Spanish version, Las zapatillas magicas de la bailarina ISBN 1405448385; UPC 9781405448383. French version, Les petits chaussons magiques ISBN 1405449527; UPC 9781405449526.

Reason for Recall

Solder on the charm of the necklace may contain high levels of lead, which if ingested by young children can cause adverse health effects.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled necklaces away from children and contact Parragon for instructions on how to return the necklace and receive a free children's book.

Details

Units Affected
About 500,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Parragon-Books-Recalls-Childrens-Necklaces-Due-to-Risk-of-Lead-Exposure

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled necklace has a silver-colored chain with a silver-colored charm consisting of a pair of ballet shoes and a bow. The necklace was provided with the purchase of a children's book entitled, The Magical Ballet Slippers (alternatively titled Ballerina's Magical Shoes), ISBN 1405411449, published by Parragon Books, Ltd. UPC 9781405411448 is printed on the back of the book. Spanish version, Las zapatillas magicas de la bailarina ISBN 1405448385; UPC 9781405448383. French version, Les petits chaussons magiques ISBN 1405449527; UPC 9781405449526.. Recalled by Parragon Inc., New York, New York. Units affected: About 500,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Solder on the charm of the necklace may contain high levels of lead, which if ingested by young children can cause adverse health effects.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately take the recalled necklaces away from children and contact Parragon for instructions on how to return the necklace and receive a free children's book.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 10, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 08326.

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