CPSC2006-12-13
Children's "Powerpuff Girls" Necklaces Recalled Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Rhode Island Novelty, of Cumberland, R.I.
Hazard
The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take this jewelry away from children. Consumers should return the recalled jewelry to the store where purchased for a replacement or contact Rhode Island Novelty for information on how to receive a replacement.
Sold at
Carnivals, amusement parks, family entertainment centers, small discount stores nationwide and at www.rinovelty.com,from March 2003 through November 2006 for about $1.
Affected count
About 48,000
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Children's Powerpuff Girls necklaces
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Rhode Island Novelty at 1-800-528-5599 between 8:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.rinovelty.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Childrens-Powerpuff-Girls-Necklaces-Recalled-Due-to-Lead-Poisoning-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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