CPSC, Raymond Geddes Co. Announce Recall of Children's Necklaces
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2004-12-17). Hazards: laceration, chemical, lead. About 155,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05072 |
| Published | 2004-12-17 |
| Last updated | 2024-09-03 |
| Product category | Costume/Children's Jewelry |
| Products | Metallic necklaces |
| Firm named in the title | Raymond Geddes Co. |
| Firms | Raymond Geddes Co. Inc., of Baltimore, Md. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 155,000 |
| Hazard classes | laceration, chemical, lead |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Mail order catalogs nationwide and on the Internet from August 1998 through November 2004 for about $1. |
Description
The recalled necklaces have medallions that came in four different designs, depicting frogs, dolphins with a small bead on the tail, a sunshine smiley face and an alien face on a starburst. The medallion is on a black rope chain surrounded by a metallic bead with a coil section.
Hazard
The necklaces contain high levels of lead. CPSC regulations ban children's products from containing high levels of lead due to the risk of lead poisoning resulting from contact with these products. The necklaces also contain a sharp point, posing a laceration hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take these necklaces away from young children and contact the company to receive a refund.
Incidents and injuries
The company has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
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