CPSC recall 05-171, announced May 12, 2005, covers Dollar General Heart-Shaped Pendant (about 80,000 units). The recalled heart-shaped pendant contains high levels of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning to young children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should take these necklaces away from children immediately and return them to Dollar General stores for a refund. Recall contact: call (800) 678-9258, or go to www.dollargeneral.com.
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Which products are included?
The heart-shaped pendant is silver-colored, ribbed on the front, hollow on the back, and hangs on a pink suede cord with a silver-colored clasp.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The recalled heart-shaped pendant contains high levels of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning to young children. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should take these necklaces away from children immediately and return them to Dollar General stores for a refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Dollar General
- Product type
- Jewelry
- Recall number
- 05-171
- Units
- About 80,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Dollar General stores nationwide, from May 2003 through April 2005, for about $1.
- Distributor
- Dollar General Corp., of Goodlettsville, Tenn.
Heart-Shaped Pendant
CPSC product type: Costume/Children's Jewelry
Recall contact information
Contact Dollar General at (800) 678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.dollargeneral.com
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