CPSC recall · Reported May 6, 2009
Children’s Jewelry Craft Kits Recalled by Action Products International Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
The lobster clasps in both craft kits contain high levels of lead. The Abalone Necklace's pendant also contains high levels of lead. Lead can be toxic if ingested by young childre…
The CPSC recalled The recall includes the children's jewelry craft kits "Abalone Necklace" (item #67117) an….
Children’s Jewelry Craft Kits Recalled by Action Products International Due to Risk of Le… was recalled and listed by the CPSC in May 6, 2009. Reason: The lobster clasps in both craft kits contain high levels of lead. The Abalone Necklace's pendant also contai…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled children's craft necklaces away from child…. Verify recall #09211 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The lobster clasps in both craft kits contain high levels of lead. The Abalone Necklace's pendant also contai….
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- agency class
- May 6, 2009
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #09211 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
The recall includes the children's jewelry craft kits "Abalone Necklace" (item #67117) and "Venetian Carnevale Necklace" (item #67118). Both kits contain components to assemble necklaces including charms, beads, wire and clasps. The kit's name, model number, and "Curiosity Kits" are printed on the product's packaging.
Reason for recall
The lobster clasps in both craft kits contain high levels of lead. The Abalone Necklace's pendant also contains high levels of lead. Lead can be toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled children's craft necklaces away from children and contact Action Products International to arrange for the necklace's return and to receive a free replacement. Shipping will be free for consumer returns.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 09211 |
| Date reported | May 6, 2009 |
| Date initiated | May 6, 2009 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 2,900 in the United States and 36 in Canada |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately take the recalled children's craft necklaces away from children and contact Action Products Internat…
- Check the recall number (09211) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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