Children’s Jewelry Craft Kits Recalled by Action Products International Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
Recall 09211 · May 6, 2009 · Action Products International Inc.
2,900
units affected
2,900
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 09211
- Date
- May 6, 2009
- Company
- Action Products International Inc.
- Units affected
- 2,900
- Product
- Abalone and Venetian Carnevale Necklace Craft Kits
- Product type
- Costume/Children's Jewelry
- Hazard
- Poisoning
The product
The recall includes the children's jewelry craft kits "Abalone Necklace" (item #67117) and "Venetian Carnevale Necklace" (item #67118). Both kits contain components to assemble necklaces including charms, beads, wire and clasps. The kit's name, model number, and "Curiosity Kits" are printed on the product's packaging.
What can happen
The lobster clasps in both craft kits contain high levels of lead. The Abalone Necklace's pendant also contains high levels of lead. Lead can be toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
The fix
Consumers should immediately take the recalled children's craft necklaces away from children and contact Action Products International to arrange for the necklace's return and to receive a free replacement. Shipping will be free for consumer returns.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported.
- Sold at
- Various retailers in the U.S. and Canada from June 2007 through April 2009 for about $6.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled abalone and venetian carnevale necklace craft kits?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled children's craft necklaces away from children and contact Action Products International to arrange for the necklace's return and to receive a free replacement. Shipping will be free for consumer returns.
What is the hazard?
The lobster clasps in both craft kits contain high levels of lead. The Abalone Necklace's pendant also contains high levels of lead. Lead can be toxic if ingested by young children 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.