Cra-Z-Art Gemex/Gel2Gem Jewelry Kits
CPSC Recall #25-197 — March 27, 2025
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | 25-197 |
| Recall Date | March 27, 2025 |
| Remedy Type | Refund |
| Units Affected | About 224,100 |
| Importer | LaRose Industries LLC, dba Cra-Z-Art, of Randolph, New Jersey |
| Manufactured In | China |
Where It Was Sold
| 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. |
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 Instructions
Consumers should stop using the jewelry making kits immediately and contact LaRose Industries for a full refund. LaRose is contacting all known purchasers directly.
What Should You Do?
Stop using this product immediately. Contact the manufacturer for a Refund at no charge. If you experienced an injury, report it at SaferProducts.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Follow the consumer action instructions in the recall notice above. Most recalls require you to stop using the product and contact the manufacturer directly — either by calling the toll-free number listed in the official CPSC notice or by visiting the manufacturer's website. You generally do not need a receipt or original packaging to claim a remedy. The manufacturer is legally required to provide the remedy (Refund) at no cost to you.
Yes. If you were injured by a defective consumer product — whether recalled or not — you may have grounds for a product liability claim against the manufacturer and potentially the retailer. A recall notice can serve as evidence that the manufacturer was aware of the defect. Injuries that may support a claim include burns, lacerations, fractures, electric shock, choking incidents, and chemical exposure. Most product liability attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. Consult an attorney promptly, as statutes of limitation vary by state.
In most cases, no. CPSC-coordinated recall remedies are designed to be accessible without proof of purchase. Manufacturers typically ask consumers to self-certify ownership and may ask for photos of the product or its serial number. Some manufacturers request that you mail in a portion of the product (such as a cut cord or removed component) as proof of disposal. Check the specific remedy instructions for this recall for exact requirements. If you registered your product at the time of purchase, the process is usually even simpler.
If the original manufacturer has gone out of business, the recall remedy may no longer be available through them. In this case, contact CPSC directly at 1-800-638-2772 or cpsc.gov for guidance. If the brand was acquired by another company, the acquiring company may have assumed recall obligations. In some cases where a remedy is unavailable, CPSC advises consumers to safely dispose of the product. If you were injured by the product of a defunct company, consult a product liability attorney — parent companies, distributors, and retailers may still bear liability in some circumstances.