CPSC2005-03-03
CPSC, Hirschberg Schutz & Co. Inc. Announce Recall of Metal Charms
Hirschberg Schutz & Co. Inc., of Warren, N.J.
Hazard
The recalled metal charms contain high levels of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning to young children. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take these metal charms away from children and contact Hirschberg Schutz & Co. to receive a refund.
Sold at
Michaels Stores, from July 2002 through February 2005, at Recollections stores, from October 2004 through February 2005, and Hancock Fabrics stores, from January 2004 through January 2005 for between $3 to $4.
Affected count
About 2.8 million
Injuries reported
CPSC received a report of a six-year-old girl who mouthed these charms worn on a homemade necklace. She developed elevated lead levels in her blood that may be related to the charms.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Metal Charms
Consumer contact
Contact Hirschberg Schutz & Co. at (800) 651-0616 anytime to receive a refund. Consumers also can e-mail the firm at charmsrecall@horizongroupusa.com for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2005/CPSC-Hirschberg-Schutz--Co-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Metal-Charms-Don't want to check this manually?
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