CPSC recall 09-111, announced January 29, 2009, covers Spencer Gifts Skull-And-Crossbones Necklaces (about 8,400 units). The skull and metal clasp of the necklace contain high levels of lead. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately take the recalled necklaces away from children and contact Spencer Gifts for a refund or exchange. Recall contact: call (800) 321-2497, or go to www.spencersonline.com.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves a necklace with a "skull-and-crossbones" symbol and a metal clasp. The skull has eleven pieces of rhinestones on its forehead and one rhinestone on both ends of the crossbones.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The skull and metal clasp of the necklace contain high levels of lead. Lead can be 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 necklaces away from children and contact Spencer Gifts for a refund or exchange.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Spencer Gifts
- Product type
- Jewelry
- Recall number
- 09-111
- Units
- About 8,400
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Spirit Halloween and Spencer Gift stores nationwide from November 2006 to December 2008 for between $8 and $10.
- Importer
- Spencer Gifts LLC, of Egg Harbor Township, N.J.
Skull-And-Crossbones Necklaces
CPSC product type: Costume/Children's Jewelry
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Spencer Gifts toll-free at (800) 321-2497 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.spencersonline.com or www.spirithalloween.com
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