CPSC recall · Reported July 19, 2016
Things Remembered Recalls Children's Jewelry Due to Violation of Lead Standard
The clear surface coating on the bracelets and necklaces contain lead in excess of the allowable limit. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health is…
Things Remembered, Inc., of Highland Heights, Ohio recalled This recall involves silver heart bracelets and sweet charm necklaces for children. The 6….
Things Remembered Recalls Children's Jewelry Due to Violation of Lead Standard was recalled by Things Remembered, Inc., of Highland Heights, Ohio in July 19, 2016. Reason: The clear surface coating on the bracelets and necklaces contain lead in excess of the allowable limit. Lead …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and contact Thi…. Verify recall #16228 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Things Remembered, Inc., of Highland Heights, Ohio issued this CPSC recall-The clear surface coating on the bracelets and necklaces contain lead in excess of the allowable limit. Lead ….
- None
- agency class
- July 19, 2016
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16228 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 silver heart bracelets and sweet charm necklaces for children. The 6-inch, silver-plated bracelets have 10 silver hearts and circle links, a lobster claw clasp, and one silver heart-shaped charm. The necklaces are gold plated on a 13-inch box chain with a 2-inch extender, a lobster claw closure and three charms - a pink ice cream cone, a pink crystal cupcake and a gold-plated tag with "SWEET" engraved.
Reason for recall
The clear surface coating on the bracelets and necklaces contain lead in excess of the allowable limit. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and contact Things Remembered for a full refund, including shipping charges, or a replacement gift of equal value.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16228 |
| Date reported | July 19, 2016 |
| Date initiated | July 19, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Things Remembered, Inc., of Highland Heights, Ohio |
| Affected scope | About 6,700 bracelets and 3,300 necklaces (in addition, 300 bracelets and 100 necklaces sold 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 jewelry away from children and contact Things Remembered for a full refund, includ…
- Check the recall number (16228) 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
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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