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Product recall · CPSCSeptember 8, 2009Serious
Children's Animal Masks and Pendants
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The recalled children's animal masks and pendants contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.The back and the base post of the chair can break while in use, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled items and contact Team Work Trading for a refund or exchange.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Team Work Trading collect at (213) 680-4489 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
The product
This recall involves a children's animal mask and four styles of metal pendants. The mask resembles the face of a cat. The pendants have various animated symbols including a dog tag with fire symbol (Bleach), knife and lion symbol (Final Fantasy), Mickey Mouse symbol (Kingdom of Hearts), and a burning sun symbol (Naruto). The pendants were sold with silver-colored chains.
Details
- Units affected
- About 1,400 pieces
- Recall date
- September 8, 2009
- Brand
- Team Work Trading, of Los Angeles, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Gift shop and modeling stores nationwide, and the Team Work Trading store from November 2008 through March 2009 for between $4 and $8.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Children's Animal Masks and Pendants Recalled by Team Work Trading Due to Risk of Lead Exposure”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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