The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08324·Announced 2008-07-03

Bead Bazaar USA Recalls Children's Jewelry Due to Lead Exposure Risk

Bead Bazaar USA is recalling 'It's a Girl Thing' bracelets, necklaces, and phone charms because they may contain high levels of lead, which is toxic 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 exposure) where no injuries have been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Bead Bazaar USA Inc. is recalling approximately 13,000 units of 'It's a Girl Thing' metal necklaces, bracelets, and phone charms. The recall was issued because the jewelry could contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

The recalled items feature a variety of charms, including flowers, shoes, letters, and butterflies. The packaging displays the text 'It's a Girl Thing' along with specific UPC numbers: 633870018419 for bracelets, 633870018426 for necklaces, and 633870018433 for phone charms. The products were sold at retailers nationwide from February 2006 through June 2008 for about $6 each.

No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall. Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For additional information, consumers can contact Bead Bazaar USA at (800) 838-1769 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit www.beadkit.com.

The recalled product

Product
It's a Girl Thing Bracelets, Necklaces, and Phone Charms
Category
Consumer Product — Children's Jewelry
Hazard
Affected units
13,000

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

UPCs (3)

  • 633870018419
  • 633870018426
  • 633870018433

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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