CPSC recall 03-178, announced September 10, 2003, covers L.M. Becker Toy Necklaces (1.4 million units). The necklace's pendant contains high levels of lead, posing a risk of poisoning to young children. The notice cites 1 incident report. The firm is no longer in business and a remedy is no longer available. Recall contact: call 800-638-2772 or 301-595-7054.
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Which products are included?
The necklaces consist of a 10-inch black cord with a 7/8- inch-diameter gray metal pendant. The metal pendant has assorted symbols on one side.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The necklace's pendant contains high levels of lead, posing a risk of poisoning to young children.
Incidents and injuries
The firm received one report of a child who swallowed the necklace's pendant, which reportedly resulted in high blood lead levels.
Official remedy
The firm is no longer in business and a remedy is no longer available. Consumers should throw the jewelry away.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- L.M. Becker
- Manufacturer
- L.M. Becker and Co. Inc., of Kimberly, Wis.
- Product type
- Toys & play sets, Jewelry
- Recall number
- 03-178
- Units
- 1.4 million
- Manufactured in
- India
- Sold at / sales period
- Vending machines in malls, discount department and grocery stores nationwide, from March 2002 through April 2003, for about 50 cents.
Toy Necklaces
CPSC product type: Costume/Children's Jewelry
Recall contact information
The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
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