Children's Earrings Sold at Wal-Mart Stores in Florida Recalled by Uncas Manufacturing Co. Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Sleeping Beauty Crown and Cinderella Star Earring Sets |
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Date of Recall:
Tuesday, July 17th, 2007
CPSC Release Number:
07-241
Manufactured In:
China
Company Phone Number:
(800) 776-0980
Units:
About 220
Manufacturer:
Uncas Manufacturing Company, of Providence, RI
Sold By:
Wal-Mart Stores in Florida from February 2007 to June 2007 for about $5.
Problem/Hazard:
The recalled metal earring sets contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Injuries/Incidents:
None reported.
Description:
This recall involves the Sleeping Beauty Crown and the Cinderella Star Earring sets. The Sleeping Beauty Crown set contains two pairs of earrings; one pair is shaped as pink crowns and the other pair is shaped as the Sleeping Beauty character. The Cinderella Star Earring set contains two pairs of earrings; one pair is shaped as blue stars and the other one is shaped as the Cinderella character. The packaging is shaped as a pink heart and "The Wonderful World of Disney" is printed in the front.
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately take this recalled jewelry away from children and return it to Uncas Manufacturing Co. for a full refund.
Consumer Contact:
For additional information, contact the firm at (800) 776-0980 between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or e-mail the firm at
skenney@uncas.com
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