September 26, 2007
TOBY N.Y.C. is expanding an earlier recall of TOBY & MEchildrens metal jewelry contaminated by excessive lead.
The latest recall is for about 23,500 units. Another 14,000 jewelry sets were recalled on August 22, 2007.
The recalled metal jewelry sets contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
This recall involves jewelry sets sold in different styles: a pink and clear crystal bead necklace and bracelet set with a painted metallic crown pendant; a pink and white pearl necklace and bracelet set with a painted metallic poodle pendant; and a pink pearl necklace, earrings and ring set. This recall is expanded to include two additional styles: a pink crystal and wood bead necklace and bracelet set with a monkey pendant; and a pink and clear crystal bead necklace and bracelet set with a heart pendant.
All sets are sold in a pink gift box with TOBY & ME printed on the front and TOBY & ME hangtags attached to the packaging.The sets were sold at T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, A.J. Wright, Cracker Barrel, and Shopko stores nationwide from August 2006 through August 2007 for between $8 and $15. They were made in China.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and contact TOBY N.Y.C. for information on receiving a full refund or replacement item.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact TOBY N.Y.C. toll-free at (866) 235-0588 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or email the firm at info@tobynyc.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
