CPSCSeptember 3, 2008

Pendants and Candle Charms recall: Lead Exposure

Pendants and Candle Charms Recalled Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

Why was Pendants and Candle Charms recalled?

The recalled metal pendants and charms contain 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 stop using these pendants/charms and contact Benjamin International to receive a free replacement pendant/charm. Contact: For additional information, contact Benjamin International toll-free at (888) 249-7639 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, or visit the firm's Web site at www.benjamininternational.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 identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Fairy Dust Pendants and Candle Charms
Company
Benjamin International, of Middlebury, Conn.
Quantity
About 57,000
Sold at
Gift shops nationwide from February 2004 through February 2008 for between $6 and $8 for the pendants and between $12 and $15 for the charms with candles.
Recall date
September 3, 2008
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled pewter pendants were sold in a collection of 12 pendants. The pendants were sold separately and on candles of various colors and scents.

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