Mars Retail Group Recalls M&M'S-Branded Jewelry Due to Violation of Lead Standard
Recall 16251 · Aug 25, 2016 · Mars Retail Group
52,400
units affected
52,400
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 16251
- Date
- Aug 25, 2016
- Company
- Mars Retail Group
- Units affected
- 52,400
- Product
- M&M'S®-branded jewelry
- Product type
- Jewelry
- Remedy
- Refund
- Hazard
- Poisoning
The product
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 can happen
The jewelry can contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues.
The fix
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.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- No injuries or incidents have been reported in connection with these products.
- Sold at
- 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.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled m&m's®-branded jewelry?
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.
What is the hazard?
The jewelry can contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues.
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.