CPSC, Dollar General Corp. Announce Recall of Metal Heart-Shaped Pendants
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2005-05-12). Hazards: chemical, lead. About 80,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05171 |
| Published | 2005-05-12 |
| Last updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Product category | Costume/Children's Jewelry |
| Products | Heart-Shaped Pendant |
| Firm named in the title | Dollar General Corp. |
| Firms | Dollar General Corp., of Goodlettsville, Tenn. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 80,000 |
| Hazard classes | chemical, lead |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Dollar General stores nationwide, from May 2003 through April 2005, for about $1. |
Description
The heart-shaped pendant is silver-colored, ribbed on the front, hollow on the back, and hangs on a pink suede cord with a silver-colored clasp.
Hazard
The recalled heart-shaped pendant contains high levels of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning to young children. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation.
Remedy
Consumers should take these necklaces away from children immediately and return them to Dollar General stores for a refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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