CPSC, Dollar General Corp. Announce Recall of Metal Heart-Shaped Pendants
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2005-05-12 · 05171
Hazards
The recalled heart-shaped pendant contains high levels of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning to young children. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation.
Recall
Number
05171
Date
2005-05-12
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Heart-Shaped Pendant
Companies
Retailer(s)
Dollar General stores nationwide, from May 2003 through April 2005, for about $1.
Distributor(s)
Dollar General Corp., of Goodlettsville, Tenn.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The heart-shaped pendant is silver-colored, ribbed on the front, hollow on the back, and hangs on a pink suede cord with a silver-colored clasp.