CPSCJanuary 29, 2010

FAF Inc. Children's Necklaces Sold Exclusively at Walmart recall: High Levels of Cadmium

FAF Inc. Recalls Children's Necklaces Sold Exclusively at Walmart Stores Due to High Levels of Cadmium

Why was FAF Inc. Children's Necklaces Sold Exclusively at Walmart recalled?

The recalled necklaces contain high levels of cadmium. Cadmium 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 this recalled jewelry away from children. Consumers should return the recalled jewelry to any Walmart store for a full refund or a free replacement product. Contact: For additional information, contact F.A.F. Inc. at (800) 949-3311 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.faf.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: 72783367144, 72783367147

Product
Children's Metal Necklaces
Company
FAF Inc., of Greenville, R.I.
Quantity
About 55,000
Sold at
Walmart retail stores nationwide from November 2009 through January 2010 for $5.
Recall date
January 29, 2010
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled jewelry is shaped as a metal crown or frog pendant on a metal link chain necklace in a crown hinged box. The packaging has the words "The Princess and the Frog" on it and contains the following model numbers and UPC codes: Crown Model # 4616-4187 UPC # 72783367144 Frog Model # 4616-4190 UPC # 72783367147

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