Tween Brands Recalls Children's Metal Jewelry Due to High Levels of Cadmium

Metal Necklaces, Bracelets and Earrings

Date of Recall
2010-07-13

CPSC Release Number
10-297

Manufactured In
China

Company Phone Number
(800) 934-4497

Units
About 137,000

Distributor
Tween Brands Inc., of New Albany, Ohio

Sold By
Justice and Limited Too stores and online at www.shopjustice.com from November 2008 through February 2010 for between $7 and $16.

Problem/Hazard
The children's metal jewelry contains high levels of cadmium. Cadmium is toxic if ingested by children and can cause adverse health effects.

Injuries/Incidents
None reported

Description
This recall involves 19 different styles of children's metal necklaces, bracelets and earrings. Styles and shapes of the jewelry include hearts, heart locks, butterflies, cupcakes, peace signs and crowns. Some jewelry contains the words "Best," "Friends" or "Forever" and/or "BFF." Only style numbers listed below are included in this recall. The style number is included on the jewelry's packaging.

Style Photo Style Photo
Justice Butterfly
Earrings
Style #5837
Justice Cupcake
Earrings (White)
Style #5469
Justice Cupcake
Earrings (Dark Pink)
Style #5814
Justice Cupcake
Earrings (Light Pink)
Style #5758
Justice Cupcake
Earrings (Brown)
Style #5467
Justice Cupcake
Earrings (Light Blue)
Style #5759

Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and return it to any Justice or Limited Too store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Tween Brands at (800) 934-4497 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's web site at www.shopjustice.com

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