# 900,000 Children's Necklaces and Charm Bracelets Recalled by Cardinal Distributing Co. Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
> **CPSC recall** · 2007-04-17 · 07157 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 07157
- **Date:** 2007-04-17
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Children's Charm Bracelets and "Sportswear" Necklaces

## Hazards

The paint on this jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

## Retailer(s)

Vending machines located in malls, discount, department and grocery stores nationwide from January 2006 through April 2007 for 25 cents.

## Importer(s)

Cardinal Distributing Co., of Baltimore, Md.

## Country of manufacture

India

## Description

The recalled necklaces have sports-themed pendants including blue or green basketballs, yellow stars, "01," and "Perfect 10." The pendants hang from a black cord. The bracelets include green or pink painted heart-shaped charms and silver-colored charms shaped as suns, moons, stars, padlocks, keys, rattles, and fishbones.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/900000-Childrens-Necklaces-and-Charm-Bracelets-Recalled-by-Cardinal-Distributing-Co-Due-to-Lead-Poisoning-Hazard)
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