CPSC recall 09-338, announced September 8, 2009, covers Team Work Trading Children's Animal Masks and Pendants (about 1,400 units). The recalled children's animal masks and pendants contain high levels of lead. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled items and contact Team Work Trading for a refund or exchange. Recall contact: call (213) 680-4489.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves a children's animal mask and four styles of metal pendants. The mask resembles the face of a cat. The pendants have various animated symbols including a dog tag with fire symbol (Bleach), knife and lion symbol (Final Fantasy), Mickey Mouse symbol (Kingdom of Hearts), and a burning sun symbol (Naruto). The pendants were sold with silver-colored chains.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The recalled children's animal masks and pendants contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.The back and the base post of the chair can break while in use, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled items and contact Team Work Trading for a refund or exchange.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Team Work Trading
- Manufacturer
- Team Work Trading, of Los Angeles, Calif.
- Product type
- Jewelry
- Recall number
- 09-338
- Units
- About 1,400 pieces
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Gift shop and modeling stores nationwide, and the Team Work Trading store from November 2008 through March 2009 for between $4 and $8.
Children's Animal Masks and Pendants
CPSC product type: Costume/Children's Jewelry
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Team Work Trading collect at (213) 680-4489 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
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