CPSC2007-06-19
Children's Necklaces Recalled by GeoCentral Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
GeoCentral, of Napa, Calif.
Hazard
The metal clasp on the necklace contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and return it to store where purchased for a full refund or contact GeoCentral for information on how to obtain a full refund.
Sold at
Souvenir and gift stores nationwide from January 2006 through May 2007 for about $2.
Affected count
About 19,000
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Butterfly Necklaces
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact GeoCentral at (800) 231-6083 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.geocentral.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Childrens-Necklaces-Recalled-by-GeoCentral-Due-to-Lead-Poisoning-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
We email you a Sunday digest of new federal recalls relevant to parents — free, no credit card. Or upgrade to as-it-happens alerts for the brands you actually own.
Get the Sunday Brief