RecalledRecall 07-232Published

Future Industries Essentials for Kids Jewelry Sets

Children's Metal Jewelry Recalled by Future Industries Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard

Hazard
Ingestion
Units
About 20,000 units
Incidents
None reported
Remedy
See the notice

CPSC recall 07-232, announced July 5, 2007, covers Future Industries Essentials for Kids Jewelry Sets (about 20,000 units). The recalled metal jewelry sets contain high levels of lead. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children. Recall contact: call (800) 929-0006.

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.

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 jewelry sets include a necklace, bracelet and pair of earrings made of green, blue or pink plastic beads. The necklaces have painted metallic pendants in the shape of shoes, girls, blackboards with "ABCD," or school buses. The other recalled jewelry sets include a necklace and seven pendants, one for each day of the week. The pendants are shaped as sandals, purses or butterflies. "Essentials for kids" is printed on the packaging.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The recalled metal jewelry sets contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Incidents and injuries

None reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children. Return it to the store where purchased for a full refund, or contact Future Industries for information on receiving a full refund.

Product and sales details

Brand
Future Industries
Product type
Jewelry
Recall number
07-232
Units
About 20,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Gift stores, dollar stores, and small discount stores nationwide from August 2005 through April 2007 for about $1.
Importer
Future Industries, of Cliffwood Beach, N.J.

Essentials for Kids Jewelry Sets

CPSC product type: Costume/Children's Jewelry

Recall contact information

For additional information, contact Future Industries at (800) 929-0006 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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