Claire's Recalls Children's Metal Charm Bracelets Due to High Levels of Cadmium

"Best Friends" Charm Bracelet Sets

Date of Recall
2010-05-10

CPSC Release Number
10-227

Manufactured In
China

Company Phone Number
(866) 859-9281

Units
About 19,000

Manufacturer
Dae Yeon Industries Corp., of China

Importer
Claire's Boutiques Inc., of Hoffman Estates, Ill.

Sold By
Claire's stores nationwide from February 2009 through January 2010 for about $12.

Problem/Hazard
The heart lock charms attached to the bracelets contain high levels of cadmium. Cadmium is toxic if ingested by children and can cause adverse health effects.

Injuries/Incidents
None reported.

Description
The "Best Friends" three bracelet sets are silver-colored chains with metal pendants containing one of the words "Best," "Friends" or "Forever" and heart lock and key charms with different colored stones.

Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled bracelets away from children and return the heart lock charms or the entire bracelets to any Claire's for a full refund or replacement product.

Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Claire's toll-free at (866) 859-9281 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.claires.com

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