Pendants and Candle Charms Recalled Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

Fairy Dust Pendants and Candle Charms

Date of Recall
2008-09-03

CPSC Release Number
08-390

Manufactured In
Hong Kong

Company Phone Number
(888) 249-7639

Units
About 57,000

Importer
Benjamin International, of Middlebury, Conn.

Sold By
Gift shops nationwide from February 2004 through February 2008 for between $6 and $8 for the pendants and between $12 and $15 for the charms with candles.

Problem/Hazard
The recalled metal pendants and charms contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Injuries/Incidents
None reported.

Description
The recalled pewter pendants were sold in a collection of 12 pendants. The pendants were sold separately and on candles of various colors and scents.

Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these pendants/charms and contact Benjamin International to receive a free replacement pendant/charm.

Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Benjamin International toll-free at (888) 249-7639 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.benjamininternational.com

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