The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·09211·Announced 2009-05-06

Action Products Recalls Children's Jewelry Craft Kits Due to Lead Exposure

Action Products International is recalling Abalone and Venetian Carnevale Necklace Craft Kits because lobster clasps and a pendant contain high levels of lead, posing a risk 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 injury has not yet been reported, which corresponds to a High severity score of 3 according to the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Action Products International Inc. is recalling the Abalone and Venetian Carnevale Necklace Craft Kits due to the presence of high levels of lead in the lobster clasps and the Abalone Necklace's pendant. Lead can be toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. The kits, which include components to assemble necklaces such as charms, beads, wire, and clasps, were sold at various retailers in the U.S. and Canada from June 2007 through April 2009 for about $6 each.

About 2,900 units were sold in the United States and 36 in Canada. The product packaging displays the kit name, model number, and "Curiosity Kits." No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled necklaces away from children and contact Action Products International to arrange for a return and receive a free replacement. Shipping for consumer returns will be free. For more information, consumers can call (800) 772-2846 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET or visit www.APII.com.

The recalled product

Product
Abalone and Venetian Carnevale Necklace Craft Kits
Affected units
2,900

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Same manufacturer · Action Products International Inc., of Ocala, Fla.

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