High Lead Levels Found In Children’s Jewelry

Three children’s jewelry products have been recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) this past week because they might contain high levels of lead, which is dangerous if ingested. No incidents have been reported with any of these products.

The first product is Parragon Book’s “The Magical Ballet Slippers” (or “Ballerina’s Magical Shoes”), which comes with a necklace that may have lead in the solder. Also affected are the  Spanish and French versions of the book. The ISBN are 1405411449,1405448385 and 1405449527; the UPC numbers, respectively, are  9781405411448, 9781405448383 and  9781405449526. For the return and exchange information, contact Parragon at any time toll-free at (888) 480-2854, or visit their website at www.parragonrecall.com.

The Magical Ballet Slippers

The next product is Action Product’s “Children’s Charm Craft Kits”. The clasp in the charm kit has high lead content in it. Some 18,500 units are affected, specifically the “Super Dooper Charms” (item #63403) and “Shoelace Charms” (item #67310). Action Products says that consumers should take these products away from children and contact them for a free replacement. Their phone number is (800) 772-2846, and can be reached from :30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Their Website is www.apii.com.

Super Dooper Charms Recalled

The final product is “Faded Glory” lip gloss, locket and bracelet made by F.A.F. Inc. ans sold at Wal-Mart. The lobster claw clasps on the bracelet contain high levels of lead.  The sets affected, according to the CPSC website, are:

Item             Model Number        UPC
Frog Set         6709-4250    72783357703
Monkey Set    6709-4251    72783357704
Cat Set           6709-4252    72783357705

Faded Glory Recall

Consumers should take these sets back to any Wal-Mart store for a full refund. If additional information is needed, F.A.F. Inc. can be contacted at (800) 949-3311 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, and on the web at www.faf.com.

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This post was written by C.J. Graham on July 11, 2008

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Lead In Reebok Bracelet Linked To Child’s Death, Immediate Recall of 300K Pieces

The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission and Reebok are recalling approximately 300,000 bracelets sold between 2004 and 2006 for $33-50. The bracelets were maunfactured in China and may contain a toxic level of lead, according to the government agency.

If your child has been given this braccelet, immediately take the bracelet from the child and call Reebok at (800) 994-6260 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday

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This post was written by George Bounacos on April 28, 2006

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