The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08045·Announced 2007-10-25

Dollar Tree Recalls Children's Metal Jewelry Due to Lead Exposure Risk

Dollar Tree is recalling specific children's metal jewelry lines because they contain high levels of lead. Consumers should remove the items from children and return them for a 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 aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Dollar Tree Stores Inc. is recalling Beary Cute, Expressions, and Sassy & Chic children's metal jewelry due to the risk of lead exposure. The recalled products include pierced earrings, necklaces, and bracelets with specific item numbers (855589, 873091, 873097, or 903950) found on the reverse of the packaging. The jewelry was manufactured in China by Greenbrier International, Inc., and sold at Dollar Tree, Dollar Bill$, Dollar Express, Greenbacks, and Only $1 stores nationwide from December 2005 through July 2007 for $1. Approximately 198,000 units are involved in this recall.

The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children. They should return the items to the store where purchased for a refund. 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
Beary Cute, Expressions, and Sassy & Chic Children's Metal Jewelry
Manufacturer
Greenbrier International, Inc., of Chesapeake, Va.
Category
Consumer Product — Children's Jewelry
Hazard
Affected units
198,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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