Children’s Jewelry Craft Kits Recalled by Action: Lead
Children’s Jewelry Craft Kits Recalled by Action Products International Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
Why was Children’s Jewelry Craft Kits Recalled by Action recalled?
The lobster clasps in both craft kits contain high levels of lead. The Abalone Necklace's pendant also contains 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 children's craft necklaces away from children and contact Action Products International to arrange for the necklace's return and to receive a free replacement. Shipping will be free for consumer returns. Contact: For additional information, contact Action Products International at (800) 772-2846 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, or visit the firm'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 identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Abalone and Venetian Carnevale Necklace Craft Kits
- Company
- Action Products International Inc., of Ocala, Fla.
- Quantity
- About 2,900 in the United States and 36 in Canada
- Sold at
- Various retailers in the U.S. and Canada from June 2007 through April 2009 for about $6.
- Recall date
- May 6, 2009
- Incidents / injuries
- None reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recall includes the children's jewelry craft kits "Abalone Necklace" (item #67117) and "Venetian Carnevale Necklace" (item #67118). Both kits contain components to assemble necklaces including charms, beads, wire and clasps. The kit's name, model number, and "Curiosity Kits" are printed on the product's packaging.