Mars Retail Group Recalls M&M'S-Branded Jewelry Due to Violation of Lead Standard

Recalled August 25, 2016 · CPSC recall 16251 · Mars Retail

Hazard

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

Remedy

Refund

Units

About 52,400

Incidents / injuries

No injuries or incidents have been reported in connection with these products.

Description

This recall involves all M&M-branded jewelry, including some children's jewelry. Recalled items include earrings, rings, bracelets and necklaces sold between May 2015 and July 2016. Jewelry items included in the recall have the M&M'S logo "M" as a charm or other feature.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled jewelry, place the items out of the reach of children, and contact M&M'S World or visit an M&M'S World store to return the jewelry for a full refund.

Contact

M&M'S World at 866-915-5058 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.mmsworld.com and click on the "Product Safety & Recalls" link at the bottom of the page for more information.

Product

M&M'S®-branded jewelry

Imported by

Phillips International Inc., of Hallandale, Fla.

Distributed by

Mars Retail Group, of Mount Arlington, N.J.

Retailers

M&M'S® World Stores in New York; Orlando, Fla.; Las Vegas; and Henderson, Nev. from May 2015 to June 2016 for between $6 and $18.

Made in

Vietnam · China

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