Cardinal Distributing Recalls 900,000 Children's Necklaces and Bracelets for Lead Hazard
Cardinal Distributing Co. is recalling approximately 900,000 children's necklaces and charm bracelets because the paint contains high levels of lead, posing a poisoning hazard 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
Cardinal Distributing Co. of Baltimore, Md., is recalling approximately 900,000 children's charm bracelets and "Sportswear" necklaces. The recall is due to a lead poisoning hazard, as the paint on the jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
The recalled necklaces feature sports-themed pendants, including blue or green basketballs, yellow stars, "01," and "Perfect 10," hanging from black cords. The bracelets include green or pink painted heart-shaped charms and silver-colored charms shaped as suns, moons, stars, padlocks, keys, rattles, and fishbones. The products were manufactured in India and sold for 25 cents in vending machines located in malls, discount, department, and grocery stores nationwide from January 2006 through April 2007.
No injuries have been reported. Consumers should immediately take the recalled necklaces and charm bracelets away from children and discard them. For additional information, consumers can contact Cardinal Distributing Co. Inc. at (800) 368-2062 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.vendingdepot.com.
The recalled product
- Product
- Children's Charm Bracelets and "Sportswear" Necklaces
- Manufacturer
- Cardinal Distributing Co., of Baltimore, Md.
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 900,000
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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