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Tween Brands Recalls Children's Metal Jewelry Due to High Levels of Cadmium

Reported: July 13, 2010 Initiated: July 13, 2010 #10297

Product Description

This recall involves 19 different styles of children's metal necklaces, bracelets and earrings. Styles and shapes of the jewelry include hearts, heart locks, butterflies, cupcakes, peace signs and crowns. Some jewelry contains the words "Best," "Friends" or "Forever" and/or "BFF." Only style numbers listed below are included in this recall. The style number is included on the jewelry's packaging. Style #5837 Style #5837 Style #5469 Style #5814 Style #5758 Style #5467 Style #5759 Style #3609 Style #5778 Style #5782 Style #6905 Style #6927 Style #6936 Style #6904 Style #6929 Style #6907 Style #6937 Style #6908 Style #6928 Style #6912

Reason for Recall

The children's metal jewelry contains high levels of cadmium. Cadmium is toxic if ingested by children and can cause adverse health effects.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and return it to any Justice or Limited Too store for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves 19 different styles of children's metal necklaces, bracelets and earrings. Styles and shapes of the jewelry include hearts, heart locks, butterflies, cupcakes, peace signs and crowns. Some jewelry contains the words "Best," "Friends" or "Forever" and/or "BFF." Only style numbers listed below are included in this recall. The style number is included on the jewelry's packaging. Style #5837 Style #5837 Style #5469 Style #5814 Style #5758 Style #5467 Style #5759 Style #3609 Style #5778 Style #5782 Style #6905 Style #6927 Style #6936 Style #6904 Style #6929 Style #6907 Style #6937 Style #6908 Style #6928 Style #6912. Recalled by Tween Brands Inc., of New Albany, Ohio. Units affected: About 137,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The children's metal jewelry contains high levels of cadmium. Cadmium is toxic if ingested by children and can cause adverse health effects.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and return it to any Justice or Limited Too store for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 13, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10297.