Children's Rings Recalled By Cardinal Distributing Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-05-15). Hazards: ingestion, chemical, lead. About 300,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 07189 |
| Published | 2007-05-15 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Costume/Children's Jewelry |
| Products | Children's Turquoise Rings |
| Firms | Cardinal Distributing Co. Inc., of Baltimore, Md. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 300,000 |
| Hazard classes | ingestion, chemical, lead |
| Remedy classes | dispose |
| Sold | Vending machines located in malls, discount, department and grocery stores in the Baltimore, Maryland area from August 2002 through April 2007 for 25 cents. |
Description
The silver-colored rings have a round turquoise-colored stone on top. The stone is surrounded by a band of small silver-colored balls.
Hazard
The recalled rings contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled rings away from children and throw them away.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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