Bonne Bell Recalls Children's Cosmetics Accessory Bags Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
Recall 08382 · Aug 29, 2008 · Bonne Bell
945,000
units affected
945,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 08382
- Date
- Aug 29, 2008
- Company
- Bonne Bell
- Units affected
- 945,000
- Product
- Bonne Bell Children's Cosmetics Accessory Bags
- Product type
- Backpacks/Bags
- Hazard
- Poisoning
The product
The recalled accessory bags are made of plastic and have a zipper and carrying handle. The bags come with an assortment of cosmetic products, which are not part of this recall. The model name and UPC numbers are located on the hangtag. The following recalled model names and UPC numbers are involved in this recall: SMACKERS Sweet Treats Collection UPC 0 50051 50575 7 SMACKERS Sparkle & Shine Collection UPC 0 50051 50576 4 SMACKERS Glam It Up Collection UPC 0 50051 50577 1 BONNEBELL Natural Neutrals Collection UPC 0 50051 22640 9 BONNEBELL Pretty Pinks Collection UPC 0 50051 22641 6 BONNEBELL Fresh Pinks Collection UPC 0 50051 22642 3 BONNEBELL Glamorous Neutrals Collection UPC 0 50051 22643 0
What can happen
The metal clasps on the handle of the accessory bags contain excessive levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects.
The fix
Consumers should immediately take the recalled accessory bag away from children and contact Bonne Bell for a replacement bag.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported.
- Sold at
- Retail stores nationwide and Bonne Bell's Web site from September 2007 through August 2008 for about $9
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled bonne bell children's cosmetics accessory bags?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled accessory bag away from children and contact Bonne Bell for a replacement bag.
What is the hazard?
The metal clasps on the handle of the accessory bags contain excessive levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.