Lip Gloss Keychains Recalled By Markwins Beauty Products Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
Recalled January 27, 2009 · CPSC recall 09107 · Lip
Hazard
The metal clasp attached to the keychain 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 lip gloss away from children and contact Markwins Beauty Products for a refund or exchange.
Units
About 75,000
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Description
This recall involves lip gloss with a metal clasp keychain attached to the cap by a chain. Markings on the lip gloss container read, "Lip Gloss," "Brillant à lèvres," "Fantasy Makers®" and "from the creators of Wet n Wild."
What to do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled lip gloss away from children and contact Markwins Beauty Products for a refund or exchange.
Contact
For additional information, contact Markwins Beauty Products at (800) 626-8878 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.markwins.com
Product
Lip Gloss Keychains
Imported by
Markwins Beauty Products, of City of Industry, Calif.
Retailers
Rite Aid, Kmart, Fred Meyer and Wal-Mart Stores nationwide during October 2008 for about $1.
Made in
China
UPC
077802111326
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →