Children's Metal Jewelry Recalled by TOBY N.Y.C. Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

Recalled August 22, 2007 · CPSC recall 07280

Hazard

The recalled metal jewelry sets contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and contact TOBY N.Y.C. for information on receiving a full refund or replacement item.

Units

About 14,000

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

The three recalled jewelry sets include: a princess pink and clear crystal bead necklace and bracelet set with a painted metallic crown pendant; a pink and white pearl necklace and bracelet set with a painted metallic poodle pendant; and a pink pearl necklace, earrings and ring set. All sets are sold in a pink gift box with "TOBY & ME" printed on the front and "TOBY & ME" hangtags attached to the packaging.

What to do

Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and contact TOBY N.Y.C. for information on receiving a full refund or replacement item.

Contact

For additional information, contact TOBY N.Y.C. toll-free at (866) 235-0588 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or email the firm at [email protected]

Product

TOBY & ME Jewelry Sets

Imported by

TOBY N.Y.C., of New York, N.Y.

Retailers

T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, and A.J.Wright from August 2006 through May 2007 for about $8.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →