Heart-Shaped Pendant
CPSC Recall #05-171 — May 11, 2005
Product
Heart-Shaped Pendant
Description
The heart-shaped pendant is silver-colored, ribbed on the front, hollow on the back, and hangs on a pink suede cord with a silver-colored clasp.
Hazard
The recalled heart-shaped pendant contains high levels of 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.
Incidents / Injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers should take these necklaces away from children immediately and return them to Dollar General stores for a refund.
Units Affected
About 80,000
Sold At
Dollar General stores nationwide from May 2003 through April 2005 for about $1.
Manufactured In
China