The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·05082·Announced 2005-01-11

Riviera Trading Recalls Children's Costume Bracelets Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard

Riviera Trading Inc. is recalling about 7,100 metallic children's costume bracelets because they contain high levels of lead, posing a lead poisoning hazard.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (lead poisoning) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Riviera Trading Inc. of New York, N.Y., is recalling about 7,100 metallic costume bracelets sold to children. The recalled bracelets feature heart, oval, and rectangular shaped charms with phrases such as "I like sports," "I like movies," "I like shopping," and "I like music," along with various colored plastic trinkets. The product was manufactured in China.

The recall is being conducted because the bracelets contain high levels of lead, which poses a lead poisoning hazard to children. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

The bracelets were sold at Belk, Bloomingdales, Carson Pirie Scott, Kohl's, Parisians, and Proffitts Department stores nationwide from October 2003 through November 2004 for about $6. Consumers should immediately take these bracelets away from young children and contact Riviera Trading Inc. toll-free at (800) 524-0110 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.rivieratrading.com, to receive a refund.

The recalled product

Product
Metallic costume bracelets
Manufacturer
Riviera Trading Inc., of New York, N.Y.
Category
Consumer Product — Children's Jewelry
Hazard
Affected units
7,100

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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