CPSC recall 05-082, announced January 11, 2005, covers Riviera Trading Metallic costume bracelets (about 7,100 units). The bracelets contain high levels of lead and pose a lead poisoning hazard to children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately take these bracelets away from young children and contact the company to receive a refund. Recall contact: call (800) 524-0110, or go to www.rivieratrading.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
The recalled bracelets have heart, oval, and rectangular shaped charms that have the phrases "I like sports," "I like movies," "I like shopping" and "I like music" printed on them. The bracelets also contain various colored plastic trinkets.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The bracelets contain high levels of lead and pose a lead poisoning hazard to children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take these bracelets away from young children and contact the company to receive a refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Riviera Trading
- Manufacturer
- Riviera Trading Inc., of New York, N.Y.
- Product type
- Jewelry
- Recall number
- 05-082
- Units
- About 7,100
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Belk, Bloomingdales, Carson Pirie Scott, Kohl's, Parisians and Proffitts Department stores nationwide from October 2003 through November 2004 for about $6.
Metallic costume bracelets
CPSC product type: Costume/Children's Jewelry
Recall contact information
Call Riviera toll-free at (800) 524-0110 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at www.rivieratrading.com
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