RecalledRecall 06-150Published

Selected Trading Children's Necklaces

CPSC, Children's Necklaces Recalled for Lead Poisoning Hazard

Hazard
Poisoning
Units
About 55,000 units
Incidents
None reported
Remedy
See the notice

CPSC recall 06-150, announced April 27, 2006, covers Selected Trading Children's Necklaces (about 55,000 units). The recalled necklaces contain high levels of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning and adverse health effects to young children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately return the recalled jewelry to the nearest Dollar General Store for a refund. Recall contact: call (800) 336-6292, go to www.selected-trading.com, or email mrubin@selected-trading.com.

What to check on the product label

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.

UPC or product codes

041838140766

Which products are included?

The recalled choker-style necklaces are silver-colored hearts, crosses and clovers that hang from a blue, maroon or black velvety cord. The jewelry's packaging is white cardboard with "In Style" printed on the front, and UPC number 041838140766 on the back.

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Why it was recalled

The recalled necklaces contain high levels of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning and adverse health effects to young children.

Incidents and injuries

None

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately return the recalled jewelry to the nearest Dollar General Store for a refund.

Product and sales details

Brand
Selected Trading
Product type
Jewelry
Recall number
06-150
Units
About 55,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Dollar General Stores from January 2003 through December 2005 for about $1.
Importer
Selected Trading Corp., of Miami, Fla.

Children's Necklaces

CPSC product type: Costume/Children's Jewelry

Recall contact information

For additional information, contact Selected Trading at (800) 336-6292, visit the firm's Web site at www.selected-trading.com or e-mail the firm at mrubin@selected-trading.com

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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