The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·06538·Announced 2006-03-23

Oriental Trading Recalls Beaded Photo Charm Bracelets Due to Lead Hazard

Oriental Trading is recalling about 25,000 beaded photo charm bracelets because they contain high levels of accessible lead, posing a risk of lead poisoning 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

Oriental Trading Company Inc. is recalling approximately 25,000 Beaded Photo Charm Bracelets. The recalled bracelets consist of silver-colored metal beads with a silver-colored metal heart frame attached. The company sold these items on its website from July 2004 through September 2005 for about $0.50 each.

The recall was issued because the metal charm bracelets contain high levels of accessible lead. This poses a serious risk of lead poisoning to young children, which is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems, and growth retardation. No incidents or injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled charm bracelets away from children. They should contact Oriental Trading Company to receive a refund or credit for the product. The company is also contacting consumers who purchased the bracelets directly.

The recalled product

Product
Beaded Photo Charm Bracelet
Manufacturer
Oriental Trading Company Inc., of Omaha, Neb.
Category
Consumer Product — Jewelry
Hazard
Affected units
25,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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