Dollar Tree Stores Inc. Toy Jewelry Recalled for Lead Poisoning Hazard to Children
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2006-03-23 · 06118
Hazards
The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning and adverse health effects to young children.
Recall
Number
06118
Date
2006-03-23
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Dollar Tree Mood Necklace and Ring, Glow-in-the Dark Necklace and Ring, and UV Necklace and Ring
Companies
Retailer(s)
Dollar Tree, Dollar Bill$, Dollar Express, Greenbacks, Only $1 and Super Dollar Tree stores nationwide from September 2003 through February 2006 for $1.
Importer(s)
Dollar Tree Distribution Inc., of Chesapeake, Va.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The rings are silver in color, adjustable, and have one of a variety of designs with a toy "gem" in the center. The necklaces have a black string with silver colored clasps and a silver charm with a "gem" in the center. The following are printed on the charms' packaging: "Mood Necklace," Mood Ring," "Glow in the Dark Necklace," "Glow in the Dark Ring," "UV Necklace" or "UV Ring." The "UV" jewelry packaging reads, "The Sun's Energy Will Change The Color." On the reverse of the packaging is "SKU#815485" and the name "Mannix."