CPSCApril 27, 2006

CPSC, Children's Necklaces Recalled for Lead Poisoning: Lead

CPSC, Children's Necklaces Recalled for Lead Poisoning Hazard

Why was CPSC, Children's Necklaces Recalled for Lead Poisoning recalled?

The recalled necklaces contain high levels of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning and adverse health effects to young children.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately return the recalled jewelry to the nearest Dollar General Store for a refund. Contact: For additional information, contact Selected Trading at (800) 336-6292, visit the firm's Web site at www.selected-trading.com or e-mail the firm at [email protected]

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

UPC: 041838140766

Product
Children's Necklaces
Company
Selected Trading Corp., of Miami, Fla.
Quantity
About 55,000
Sold at
Dollar General Stores from January 2003 through December 2005 for about $1.
Recall date
April 27, 2006
Incidents / injuries
None
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled choker-style necklaces are silver-colored hearts, crosses and clovers that hang from a blue, maroon or black velvety cord. The jewelry's packaging is white cardboard with "In Style" printed on the front, and UPC number 041838140766 on the back.

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