Shoelace and Necklace Children's Charms Recalled by: Lead
Shoelace and Necklace Children's Charms Recalled by Action Products International Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
Why was Shoelace and Necklace Children's Charms Recalled by recalled?
The clasp in the charm craft kits contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled product away from children and contact Action Products International for instructions on returning it for a free replacement. Contact: For additional information, contact Action Products International at (800) 772-2846 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at www.apii.com
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: 031412673100
- Product
- Children's Charms Craft Kits
- Company
- Action Products International Inc., of Ocala, Fla.
- Quantity
- 18,500 units
- Sold at
- Various retailers nationwide from July 2007 through April 2008 for about $17 for the "Super Dooper Charms" kit and $6 for the "Shoelace Charms" kit.
- Recall date
- July 10, 2008
- Incidents / injuries
- None reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
This recall involves "Super Dooper Charms" (item #63403) and "Shoelace Charms" (item #67310) children's charm craft kits. The craft kits contain components (i.e., charms, beads, wire, clasps) to assemble necklaces, jewelry accessories, or charms that can be hooked on shoelaces, backpacks, or used as zipper pulls. The item number can be found on the back of the package.