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Metal Charms Recalled for Lead Poisoning Hazard to Children

U.S. CPSCChemicalFeb 23, 2006
Recalled Metal Charms
Recalled Metal Charms
Recalled Metal Charms
Recalled Metal Charms
Recalled Metal Charms
Recalled Metal Charms

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Hazard

The recalled charms contain high levels of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning and adverse health effects to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the charms away from children and ensure any charms being used are not accessible to children. Call Provo Craft for a full refund.

Incidents & injuries

No incidents or injuries have been reported with the recalled charms.

Product description

The charms are small silver-colored metal shapes that include flowers, bugs, pumpkins, and picture frames. "Art Accentz," "Changlz," "Provo Craft," and "For ages 3 and over" are printed on the charm's packaging. The charms were sold as decorations for craft projects such as scrapbooks, home décor and jewelry making.

Sold on

Small craft and scrapbook retails outlets from April 2004 through July 2005, and at Pamida Stores from January 2005 through April 2005, for about $3.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Provo Craft at (800) 955-9490 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.recall.provocraft.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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