The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·07281·Announced 2007-08-22

Buy-Rite Children's Charm Bracelets Recalled for Lead Exposure Risk

Buy-Rite Designs is recalling approximately 7,900 children's charm bracelets due to high levels of lead. Consumers should remove the jewelry from children and return it for a full refund.

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 exposure) where injury has not yet been reported, which corresponds to a score of 3 (High) per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Buy-Rite Designs Inc. is recalling approximately 7,900 units of Children's Divine Inspiration Charm Bracelets. The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. The bracelets feature silver-colored charms, including angels, crosses, and hearts, and clear and pink beads hanging from a silver-colored chain.

The products were sold at dollar stores and other small retail stores nationwide from March 2004 through August 2007 for about $1. The bracelets were manufactured in China. No injuries have been reported in connection with the recalled product.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund. If unable to return the item to the store, consumers should contact Buy-Rite for information on how to receive a refund. For additional information, contact Buy-Rite at (888) 777-7952 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.buyriteinc.com.

The recalled product

Product
Children's Divine Inspiration Charm Bracelets
Manufacturer
Buy-Rite Designs Inc., of Freehold, N.J.
Category
Consumer Product — Jewelry
Hazard
Affected units
7,900

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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