Children's Jewelry Recalled by SmileMakers Due to High Levels of Cadmium
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2010-06-30 · 10287
Hazards
The metal substrate in the jewelry contains high levels of cadmium. Cadmium is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Recall
Number
10287
Date
2010-06-30
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Children's Happy Charm Bracelets and Football Rings
Companies
Retailer(s)
Doctor and dentist offices nationwide from June 2005 through March 2010 for free.
Importer(s)
Toy Network, of Indianola, Iowa; Fun Express Oriental Trading Company, of Omaha, Neb.
Distributor(s)
SmileMakers Inc., of Spartanburg, S.C.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves "Happy" charm bracelets and football rings. The "Happy" charm bracelet is comprised of colorful beads on a small elastic band to which a metal charm in the shape of a butterfly, moon or sun is attached. The football ring is a small adjustable metal band to which a football charm (made of metal) is attached.