CPSC2006-03-23
Lead Poisoning Hazard Prompts Recall of Metal Charm Bracelets
Oriental Trading Company Inc., of Omaha, Neb.
Hazard
The recalled metal charm bracelets contain high levels of accessible 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 the recalled charm bracelets away from children and contact Oriental Trading Company to receive a refund or credit for the product. Oriental Trading Company is contacting consumers who purchased the bracelets.
Sold at
Oriental Trading Company's Web site from July 2004 through September 2005 for about $0.50 each.
Affected count
About 25,000
Injuries reported
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Beaded Photo Charm Bracelet
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Oriental Trading Company at (800) 723-6155 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.orientaltrading.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Lead-Poisoning-Hazard-Prompts-Recall-of-Metal-Charm-BraceletsDon't want to check this manually?
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