U.S. Toy Co. Recalls More Children’s Butterfly Necklaces Due to Lead Poisoning

Children’s Butterfly Necklaces

Date of Recall

2007-01-18

CPSC Release Number

07-082

Manufactured In

China

Units

About 113, 800 (an additional 29, 000 necklaces were recalled in December 2006)

Importer

U.S. Toy Co. Inc., of Grandview, MO.

Sold By

U.S. Toy Company retail stores and children’s and small discount stores nationwide and online at www.ustoy.com from August 2006 through December 2006 for about $5 per dozen.

Problem/Hazard

The pendant on the necklace contains 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 necklaces have pendants shaped as butterflies that are painted in various colors. The pendants hang from a black cord. The necklace’s package is blue cardboard with images of flowers and butterflies and the words "Butterfly Necklace" printed on the front and "Item#JA298" on the back.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take this jewelry away from children. Consumers should return the recalled jewelry to the store where purchased for a free replacement product, or contact U.S. Toy Company for information on returning recalled necklaces purchased on the Web site.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact U.S. Toy Company at (800) 832-0224 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.ustoy.com

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