Children's Necklaces Recalled by GeoCentral Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard

Recalled June 19, 2007 · CPSC recall 07218

Hazard

The metal clasp on the necklace contains 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 return it to store where purchased for a full refund or contact GeoCentral for information on how to obtain a full refund.

Units

About 19,000

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

The recalled necklaces consist of a multi-colored butterfly pendant on a multi-colored seed bead 16-inch necklace. The product's packaging includes a white hang card with "GeoJewelry" printed on the front underneath "GeoCentral."

What to do

Contact

For additional information, contact GeoCentral at (800) 231-6083 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.geocentral.com

Product

Butterfly Necklaces

Imported by

GeoCentral, of Napa, Calif.

Retailers

Souvenir and gift stores nationwide from January 2006 through May 2007 for about $2.

Made in

China

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