February 7, 2008
Pendants and candle charms imported by Benjamin International are being recalled. They contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
The recalled pewter pendants were sold in eight collections of 12 pendants each. The pendant collections included Signs of the Zodiac, Runes, Ritual, Goddess, Chinese Zodiac, and Celtic Harmonies. The pendants were sold separately and on candles of various colors and scents.
The items, made in Korea, were sold at gift shops nationwide from January 2002 through November 2007 for between $6 and $8 for the pendants and between $12 and $15 for the charms with candles.
Consumers should immediately stop using these pendants/charms and contact Benjamin International to receive a free replacement pendant/charm.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Benjamin International toll-free at (888) 249-7639 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET or visit the firms Web site at www.benjamininternational.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
