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Product recall · CPSCJune 7, 2011Highest risk
EKSuccess Brands American Girl Crafts Jewelry Kit
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What’s wrong
The surface coating on some of the beads contains excessive levels of lead, which is prohibited under federal law.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — Lead exposure risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled kits and any finished bracelets made from the kits away from children and contact the company for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact EKSuccess Brands toll-free at (855) 535-2099 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Thursday and between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. CT on Fridays or visit the firm's website at www.eksuccessbrands.com
The product
This recall involves the Pearly Beads & Ribbon Bracelets kit distributed under the American Girl Crafts name with a SKU number of 30-585331. The SKU number is located on the back of the package in the lower right corner. The kit contains 56 pieces. The beads in the jewelry kit are pink, blue, orange and white. Some pink beads have darker pink butterflies imprinted on them. The ribbons in the kit are orange, red, blue and purple.
Details
- Units affected
- About 75,000
- Recall date
- June 7, 2011
- Made or distributed by
- EKSuccess Brands, a division of Wilton Brands Inc., of Woodridge, Ill.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Michaels Stores and other retailers nationwide from September 2009 through June 2011 for about $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: “EKSuccess Brands Recalls American Girl Crafts Jewelry Kit Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard”
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