Office of Information and Public Affairs | Washington, DC 20207 |
March 23, 2006 Alert #06-538 |
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Beaded Photo Charm Bracelet
Units: About 25,000
Importer: Oriental Trading Company Inc., of Omaha, Neb.
Hazard: The recalled metal charm bracelets contain high levels of accessible lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning to young children. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation.
Incidents/Injuries: No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Description: The recalled charm bracelets consist of silver-colored metal beads. A silver-colored metal heart frame is attached to the bracelet.
Sold on: Oriental Trading Company's Web site from July 2004 through September 2005 for about $0.50 each.
Manufactured In: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled charm bracelets away from children and contact Oriental Trading Company to receive a refund or credit for the product. Oriental Trading Company is contacting consumers who purchased the bracelets.
Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Oriental Trading Company at (800) 723-6155 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.orientaltrading.com