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Lead Poisoning Hazard Prompts Recall of Metal Charm Bracelets

U.S. CPSCChemicalDamage to hearingMar 23, 2006
Recalled Charm Bracelets
Recalled Charm Bracelets

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Hazard

The recalled metal charm bracelets contain high levels of accessible lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning to young children. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled charm bracelets away from children and contact Oriental Trading Company to receive a refund or credit for the product. Oriental Trading Company is contacting consumers who purchased the bracelets.

Incidents & injuries

No incidents or injuries have been reported.

Product description

The recalled charm bracelets consist of silver-colored metal beads. A silver-colored metal heart frame is attached to the bracelet.

Sold on

Oriental Trading Company's Web site from July 2004 through September 2005 for about $0.50 each.

Contact the company

For more information, contact Oriental Trading Company at (800) 723-6155 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.orientaltrading.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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