The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·06118·Announced 2006-03-23

Dollar Tree Toy Jewelry Recalled for Lead Poisoning Hazard to Children

Dollar Tree is recalling specific toy necklaces and rings due to high lead levels that pose a poisoning risk to young children.

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

Dollar Tree Stores Inc. is recalling approximately 580,000 units of Mood, Glow-in-the-Dark, and UV necklaces and rings. The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead, which poses a serious risk of lead poisoning and adverse health effects to young children. The rings are silver in color and adjustable, featuring a toy "gem" in the center, while the necklaces have black strings with silver-colored clasps and charms. The packaging for these items displays specific product names and the SKU number 815485.

These products were sold for $1 at Dollar Tree, Dollar Bill$, Dollar Express, Greenbacks, Only $1, and Super Dollar Tree stores nationwide from September 2003 through February 2006. The jewelry was manufactured in China by Dollar Tree Distribution Inc. of Chesapeake, Va. No incidents or injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers should immediately take this jewelry away from children. To obtain a refund, consumers should return the recalled jewelry to the store where it was purchased. For additional information, consumers can contact Dollar Tree Stores Inc. at (800) 876-8077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.dollartree.com.

The recalled product

Product
Dollar Tree Mood Necklace and Ring, Glow-in-the Dark Necklace and Ring, and UV Necklace and Ring
Manufacturer
Dollar Tree Distribution Inc., of Chesapeake, Va.
Category
Consumer Product — Children's Jewelry
Hazard
Affected units
580,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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