The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·07098·Announced 2007-02-07

Shalom International Recalls Children's Rings Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard

Shalom International is recalling approximately 280,000 children's rings sold at Family Dollar because they contain high levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested by 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

Shalom International Corp. is recalling approximately 280,000 units of children's "Rachael Rose Kidz" rings due to a lead poisoning hazard. The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. The rings are silver or gold-colored with designs or stones in a variety of colors and come four to a package. The packaging is printed with "Kidz by Rachael Rose," "Family Dollar $1," and "SKU 1905580."

The rings were sold at Family Dollar stores nationwide from December 2005 through January 2007 for about $1. The products were manufactured in China. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers should immediately take these recalled rings away from children and return them to any Family Dollar store for a full refund. Alternatively, consumers can contact Shalom International at (800) 359-8162 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit Family Dollar's website at www.familydollar.com for information on how to receive a full refund.

The recalled product

Product
Children's "Rachael Rose Kidz" Rings
Affected units
280,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.