Key Chains Recalled by Dollar General Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-10-04). Hazards: ingestion, chemical, lead. About 192,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08009 |
| Published | 2007-10-04 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Key Rings/Chains |
| Products | Key Chains |
| Firm named in the title | Dollar General |
| Firms | Dollar General Merchandising Inc., of Goodlettsville, Tenn. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 192,000 |
| Hazard classes | ingestion, chemical, lead |
| Remedy classes | refund, replace |
| Sold | Dollar General stores nationwide from June 2005 through August 2007 for about $1. |
Description
This recall involves key chains with a coiled cord and a metal charm with one of the following engraved words: "wisdom", "truth", "believe", "love", "hope", or "dream". The key chains were sold on a cardboard tab with floral designs and the words "Metal Keyring" and "$1" on the front.
Hazard
The key chains contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take these key chains away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or replacement product.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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