The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08382·Announced 2008-08-29

Bonne Bell Recalls Children's Cosmetics Bags Due to Lead Exposure Risk

Bonne Bell is recalling about 945,000 children's cosmetics accessory bags because the metal clasps contain excessive levels of lead. Consumers should keep the bags away from children and contact the company for a replacement.

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

Bonne Bell Co. is recalling approximately 945,000 units of its Children's Cosmetics Accessory Bags. The recalled bags are made of plastic with a zipper and carrying handle and were sold at retail stores nationwide and on Bonne Bell's website from September 2007 through August 2008 for about $9. The bags come with an assortment of cosmetic products, which are not part of this recall. The specific models involved include the SMACKERS Sweet Treats Collection, SMACKERS Sparkle & Shine Collection, SMACKERS Glam It Up Collection, BONNEBELL Natural Neutrals Collection, BONNEBELL Pretty Pinks Collection, BONNEBELL Fresh Pinks Collection, and BONNEBELL Glamorous Neutrals Collection.

The recall is being issued because the metal clasps on the handle of the accessory bags contain excessive levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled accessory bag away from children. To obtain a replacement bag, consumers can contact Bonne Bell toll-free at (866) 288-8643 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, via email at [email protected], or by visiting the company's website at www.thebonnebellcompany.com/recall/.

The recalled product

Product
Bonne Bell Children's Cosmetics Accessory Bags
Affected units
945,000

Is your product affected?

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

UPCs (7)

  • 050051226409
  • 050051226416
  • 050051226423
  • 050051226430
  • 050051505757
  • 050051505771
  • 050051505764

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.