CPSC Announces Recall of Metal Toy Jewelry Sold in Vending Machines Firms agree to stop importation until hazard is eliminated
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2004-07-08). Hazards: ingestion, chemical, lead. About 150,000,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04174 |
| Published | 2004-07-08 |
| Last updated | 2025-02-28 |
| Product category | Costume/Children's Jewelry |
| Products | Toy jewelry |
| Firms | A & A Global Industries, Inc., of Cockeysville, Md. (importer); Brand Imports, LLC, of Scottsdale, Ariz. (importer); Cardinal Distributing Co. Inc., of Baltimore, Md. (importer); L. M. Becker & Co., Inc., of Kimberly, Wis. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | India |
| Units (US) | 150,000,000 |
| Hazard classes | ingestion, chemical, lead |
| Sold | The toy jewelry was sold in vending machines located in malls, discount, department and grocery stores nationwide, from January 2002 through June 2004, for between $0.25 and $0.75. |
Description
This toy jewelry recall involves various styles of rings, necklaces, and bracelets. The rings are gold- or silver-colored with different designs and paint finishes with various shaped center stones. The necklaces have black cord or rope or gold- or silver-colored chains. The necklaces have pendants, crosses or various geometrical designs or shapes, and can include gemstones. The various styles of bracelets include charm bracelets, bracelets with medallion links, and bracelets with faux stones.
Hazard
CPSC has determined that some of this toy jewelry contains dangerous levels of lead, posing a risk of lead poisoning to children. Young children sometimes mouth or swallow items like these, and lead can leach from the jewelry into the child's body. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation.
Remedy
Consumers should throw away recalled jewelry.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC has received one report of lead poisoning when a child swallowed a piece of toy jewelry containing lead that was previously recalled. No reports of injury or illness have been received for the recalled products announced today.
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