CPSCJanuary 29, 2009

Skull-And-Crossbones Necklaces Recalled By Spencer: Lead

Skull-And-Crossbones Necklaces Recalled By Spencer Gifts Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

Why was Skull-And-Crossbones Necklaces Recalled By Spencer recalled?

The skull and metal clasp of the necklace contain high levels of lead. Lead can be 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 necklaces away from children and contact Spencer Gifts for a refund or exchange. Contact: For additional information, contact Spencer Gifts toll-free at (800) 321-2497 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.spencersonline.com or www.spirithalloween.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
Skull-And-Crossbones Necklaces
Company
Spencer Gifts LLC, of Egg Harbor Township, N.J.
Quantity
About 8,400
Sold at
Spirit Halloween and Spencer Gift stores nationwide from November 2006 to December 2008 for between $8 and $10.
Recall date
January 29, 2009
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves a necklace with a "skull-and-crossbones" symbol and a metal clasp. The skull has eleven pieces of rhinestones on its forehead and one rhinestone on both ends of the crossbones.

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