The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08088·Announced 2007-11-21

Family Dollar Recalls Rachel Rose and Distinctly Basics Metal Jewelry for Lead

Family Dollar is recalling Rachel Rose and Distinctly Basics metal jewelry due to high lead levels that pose a risk to children. Consumers should return items 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 High severity score of 3 per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Family Dollar Stores is recalling approximately 205,000 units of Rachel Rose and Distinctly Basics assorted metal jewelry. The recalled items include key rings, pins, bracelets, rings, and earrings with various designs and charms. The jewelry was sold at Family Dollar stores nationwide from January 2003 through August 2007 for between $0.50 and $2.00.

The recall is being issued because the jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. The CPSC has not reported any injuries associated with this recall.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and return it to a Family Dollar store for a full refund. For additional information, consumers can contact Family Dollar at (800) 547-0359 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.familydollar.com.

The recalled product

Product
Rachel Rose and Distinctly Basics Assorted Metal Jewelry
Manufacturer
Family Dollar Stores, of Charlotte, N.C.
Category
Consumer Product — Jewelry
Hazard
Affected units
205,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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