CPSC recall · Reported June 2, 2016
LaRose Industries Recalls Cra-Z-Jewelz Ultimate Gem Jewelry Machine Due to Violation of Lead Standard
The "Slider Bracelet" in the jewelry making kit contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues.
Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn. recalled This recall involves two models of LaRose's Jewelz Gem Creations jewelry making kit and o….
LaRose Industries Recalls Cra-Z-Jewelz Ultimate Gem Jewelry Machine Due to Violation of L… was recalled by Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn. in June 2, 2016. Reason: The "Slider Bracelet" in the jewelry making kit contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by yo…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take these recalled products away from children and contact …. Verify recall #16186 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn. issued this CPSC recall-The "Slider Bracelet" in the jewelry making kit contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by yo….
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- June 2, 2016
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16186 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.
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Product description
This recall involves two models of LaRose's Jewelz Gem Creations jewelry making kit and one refill product. The UPC code is printed on the outside of the product box and on the bottom of the "Gem Machine." Product Name Item# - UPC Code Purpose Sold at Shimmer N' Sparkle Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Ultimate Gem Machine UPC #884920174504 Jewelry Making Kit Retailers, including Kmart, Toys R Us and Walmart Shimmer N' Sparkle Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Gem Charm and Slider Bracelets UPC #884920174849 Refill Components for the Jewelry Making Kit Retailers, including Toys R Us and Walmart My Look Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Ultimate Gem Machine UPC #884920466340 Jewelry Making Kit Target
Reason for recall
The "Slider Bracelet" in the jewelry making kit contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately take these recalled products away from children and contact LaRose for instructions to receive a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16186 |
| Date reported | June 2, 2016 |
| Date initiated | June 2, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn. |
| Affected scope | About 175,000 |
| 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 these recalled products away from children and contact LaRose for instructions to receive a ful…
- Check the recall number (16186) 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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