CPSCJanuary 27, 2009

Lip Gloss Keychains Recalled By Markwins Beauty: Lead

Lip Gloss Keychains Recalled By Markwins Beauty Products Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

Why was Lip Gloss Keychains Recalled By Markwins Beauty recalled?

The metal clasp attached to the keychain 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 lip gloss away from children and contact Markwins Beauty Products for a refund or exchange. Contact: For additional information, contact Markwins Beauty Products at (800) 626-8878 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.markwins.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: 077802111326

Product
Lip Gloss Keychains
Company
Markwins Beauty Products, of City of Industry, Calif.
Quantity
About 75,000
Sold at
Rite Aid, Kmart, Fred Meyer and Wal-Mart Stores nationwide during October 2008 for about $1.
Recall date
January 27, 2009
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves lip gloss with a metal clasp keychain attached to the cap by a chain. Markings on the lip gloss container read, "Lip Gloss," "Brillant à lèvres," "Fantasy Makers®" and "from the creators of Wet n Wild."

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