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EKSuccess Brands Recalls American Girl Crafts Jewelry Kit Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Reported: June 7, 2011 Initiated: June 7, 2011 #11239

Product Description

This recall involves the Pearly Beads & Ribbon Bracelets kit distributed under the American Girl Crafts name with a SKU number of 30-585331. The SKU number is located on the back of the package in the lower right corner. The kit contains 56 pieces. The beads in the jewelry kit are pink, blue, orange and white. Some pink beads have darker pink butterflies imprinted on them. The ribbons in the kit are orange, red, blue and purple.

Reason for Recall

The surface coating on some of the beads contains excessive levels of lead, which is prohibited under federal law.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled kits and any finished bracelets made from the kits away from children and contact the company for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the Pearly Beads & Ribbon Bracelets kit distributed under the American Girl Crafts name with a SKU number of 30-585331. The SKU number is located on the back of the package in the lower right corner. The kit contains 56 pieces. The beads in the jewelry kit are pink, blue, orange and white. Some pink beads have darker pink butterflies imprinted on them. The ribbons in the kit are orange, red, blue and purple.. Recalled by EKSuccess Brands, a division of Wilton Brands Inc., of Woodridge, Ill.. Units affected: About 75,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The surface coating on some of the beads contains excessive levels of lead, which is prohibited under federal law.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled kits and any finished bracelets made from the kits away from children and contact the company for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 7, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11239.