Cra-Z-Art Gemex/Gel2Gem Jewelry Kits

CPSC Recall #25-197 — March 27, 2025

Recall #25-197 Date: March 27, 2025 Remedy: Refund

Product

Cra-Z-Art Gemex/Gel2Gem Jewelry Kits

Description

This recall involves 10 models of Cra-Z-Art Gemex/Gel2Gem jewelry kits and one refill pack. The recalled jewelry kits include a resin bottle and a UV setting light to cure the resin and come in rectangular boxes labeled with the “Cra-Z-Art” brand name and either “Gemex” or “crazy gel2gem.”  The following item numbers and UPC codes are printed on the bottom of the product’s box.Item #DescriptionUPC25069Shimmer N Sparkle Gemex Gel Set88492025069725070Be Inspired Gemex Sparkling Bracelets & Barrettes88492020507036579Disney Minnie Gemex Sparkling Crystal Jewelry88492036579736583Disney Princess Gemex Sparkling Crystal Jewelry88492036583436589Disney Frozen Gemex Sparkling Crystal Jewelry88492036589646791My Look Sparkling Crystal Jewelry88492046791046909My Look Gemex Gel Creations Design Studio88492046909946990My Look Gel2Gem Sparkling Sweets Charm Studio88492046990765507Shimmer N Sparkle Sparkling Crystal Jewelry88492065507265508Shimmer N Sparkle Gemex Gel Creations Studio88492065508974502Disney Little Mermaid Gel2Gem Sparkling Crystal Jewelry884920745025

Hazard

The recalled jewelry-making kits contain a resin that, when liquid, can cause skin, eye and respiratory irritation or sensitization when inhaled, touched or ingested. The resin contains an acrylate (hydroxyethylmethacrylate “HEMA”) in amounts prohibited in children’s products by the Federal Hazardous Substances Act. Already created jewelry should be inspected to confirm it is fully cured. If there is liquid or any liquid residue present, the jewelry should not be worn and should be stored away from children. Once cured, the resin no longer presents the hazard.

Incidents / Injuries

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the jewelry making kits immediately and contact LaRose Industries for a full refund. LaRose is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Units Affected

About 224,100

Sold At

Target, Marshall’s, T.J. Maxx, and Joann stores, and other retailers nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Target.com, Walmart.com and Joann.com from January 2023 through September 2024 for between $13 and $36, depending on the kit.

Importer

LaRose Industries LLC, dba Cra-Z-Art, of Randolph, New Jersey

Manufactured In

China

What Should You Do?

Stop using this product immediately. Check if you purchased it and follow the remedy instructions — contact the manufacturer for a Refund. If you experienced an injury, report it to the CPSC SaferProducts.gov.