The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08390·Announced 2008-09-03

Fairy Dust Pendants and Candle Charms Recalled for Lead Exposure Risk

Benjamin International is recalling about 57,000 Fairy Dust pendants and candle charms due to high lead levels. Consumers should stop using them and contact the company for a free 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 no injuries have been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Benjamin International is recalling approximately 57,000 units of Fairy Dust Pendants and Candle Charms. The recalled items are pewter pendants and charms that contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

The pendants were sold in a collection of 12 and were also sold separately or attached to candles of various colors and scents. These products were sold at gift shops nationwide from February 2004 through February 2008. The pendants were priced between $6 and $8, while the charms with candles were priced between $12 and $15. The products were manufactured in Hong Kong.

No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall. Consumers should immediately stop using these pendants and charms. To receive a free replacement, consumers should contact Benjamin International toll-free at (888) 249-7639 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, or visit the company's website at www.benjamininternational.com.

The recalled product

Product
Fairy Dust Pendants and Candle Charms
Manufacturer
Benjamin International, of Middlebury, Conn.
Category
Consumer Product — Jewelry
Hazard
Affected units
57,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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