CPSC2010-02-02
Children's Toy Jewelry Sets Recalled by Playmates Toys; Charms Violate the Total Lead Standard
Playmates Toys, of Costa Mesa, Calif.
Hazard
A cylindrical metal connector on a charm can contain levels of total lead in excess of 300 ppm, which is prohibited under federal law.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the charm and cord away from children, discard the items, and contact Playmates Toys for a replacement charm accessory.
Sold at
Retailers nationwide from November 2008 through November 2009 for between $6 and $8.
Affected count
About 252,000
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Tiny Tink and Friends Children's Toy Jewelry Sets
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Playmates toys at (888) 810-1133 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.playmatestoys.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Childrens-Toy-Jewelry-Sets-Recalled-by-Playmates-Toys-Charms-Violate-the-Total-Lead-StandardDon't want to check this manually?
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