September 26, 2007
Childrens Spinning Wheel metal necklaces are being recalled by Rhode Island Novelty because they contain excessive amounts of lead.
The clasp on the necklaces contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
This recall involves 30-inch-long link necklaces with a spinning wheel pendant. The wheel pendant, designed to resemble cars spinning tire rim, has rhinestones attached to the front, a silver base and measures 2 -inches in diameter. The item has a clear plastic hang tag with a UPC code of 0 97138 68502 5.
The necklaces were sold at family entertainment centers, redemption centers, and small discount stores nationwide and at www.rinovelty.com from November 2006 through May 2007 for about $2. They were made in China.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and return it to the store where purchased or to Rhode Island Novelty for a free replacement jewelry item.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Rhode Island Novelty at (800) 528-5599 between 8:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.rinovelty.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
