CPSC, Raymond Geddes Co. Announce Recall of Children’s Necklaces

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Recall Category: Kids Recalls

Recall Date: 2004-12-17T00:00:00

Product: Metallic necklaces

Company: Raymond Geddes Co. Inc., of Baltimore, Md.

Hazard: The necklaces contain high levels of lead. CPSC regulations ban children's products from containing high levels of lead due to the risk of lead poisoning resulting from contact with these products. The necklaces also contain a sharp point, posing a laceration hazard to young children.

Description: The recalled necklaces have medallions that came in four different designs, depicting frogs, dolphins with a small bead on the tail, a sunshine smiley face and an alien face on a starburst. The medallion is on a black rope chain surrounded by a metallic bead with a coil section.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take these necklaces away from young children and contact the company to receive a refund.

Incidents / Injuries: The company has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.

Recall Number: 05072

Product Type: Other Children’s Product

Hazard Type: Fall / Injury Hazard, Chemical / Toxicity Hazard

View CPSC Recall Notice