900,000 Children's Necklaces and Charm Bracelets Recalled by Cardinal Distributing Co. Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
What was recalled
The recalled necklaces have sports-themed pendants including blue or green basketballs, yellow stars, "01," and "Perfect 10." The pendants hang from a black cord. The bracelets include green or pink painted heart-shaped charms and silver-colored charms shaped as suns, moons, stars, padlocks, keys, rattles, and fishbones.
Hazard
The paint on this jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Injuries
None reported.
Made in
India
Where it was sold
- Vending machines located in malls, discount, department and grocery stores nationwide from January 2006 through April 2007 for 25 cents.
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