CPSC recall 09-039, announced November 5, 2008, covers Claire's Boutiques Best Friends Yin Yang Necklace Sets (about 67,000 units). The recalled necklaces contain high levels of lead. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately take these recalled products away from children and return them to any Claire's store for a full refund. Recall contact: call (866) 859-9281, or go to www.claires.com.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves a set of two necklaces that have a silver-colored metal bead type chain and a lobster-claw clasp. One of the necklaces has a single, metal pendant with the word "Best" attached to a black, yin metal pendant. The other necklace has the word "Friends" attached to a white, yang metal pendant.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The recalled necklaces 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 these recalled products away from children and return them to any Claire's store for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Claire's Boutiques
- Product type
- Jewelry
- Recall number
- 09-039
- Units
- About 67,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Claire's stores nationwide from April 2007 through August 2008 for about $8.
- Importer
- Claire's Boutiques Inc., of Hoffman Estates, Ill.
Best Friends Yin Yang Necklace Sets
CPSC product type: Costume/Children's Jewelry
Recall contact information
For additional information, call Claire's at (866) 859-9281 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web sites at www.claires.com
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