September 23, 2005
Dollar General is recalling about 455,000 necklace and earring sets. The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
The flower necklace and earring set features a floral design in four color variations: yellow, orange, pink and purple. The purse necklace and earring set features a dangling purse charm in black, red, blue, orange, pink or purple. The corded swirl necklace and earring set features a twisted metal swirl pattern hanging from a black, blue or purple cord. The faux amber necklace and earring set features a large faux amber gem cut in a heart or cross shape. The 5-strand bead necklace and earring set were sold in four color variations: orange, purple, blue and multi-color.
The items were sold at Dollar General Stores nationwide from May 2005 through August 2005 for between $1 and $3.
Consumers should take the recalled jewelry away from children immediately and return to Dollar General stores for a refund.
Consumer Contact: : For additional information, contact Dollar General at (800) 678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.dollargeneral.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
