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Lip Gloss and Jewelry Sets Sold Exclusively at Wal-Mart Recalled by F.A.F. Inc. Due to Risk of Lead ExposureDate: 7/10/2008
Reason: The lobster claw clasp on the bracelet contains high levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects.
Distribution: Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
WASHINGTON , D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: "Faded Glory" Lip Gloss, Locket, and Bracelet Sets Units: 30,000 Importer: F.A.F. Inc., of Greenville, R.I. Distributer: Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark. Hazard: The lobster claw clasp on the bracelet contains high levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects. Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Description: The recalled three-piece sets contain a rectangle-shaped lip gloss container, a heart-shaped locket necklace, and a charm bracelet. The following models are included in the recall:
"Faded Glory", the model number, and UPC are printed on the product's hangtag. Sold at: Wal-Mart stores nationwide from May 2008 through June 2008 for about $6. Manufactured in: China Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the bracelet away from children and return the set to any Wal-Mart store for a full refund. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact F.A.F. Inc. at (800) 949-3311 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.faf.com Other Home / Electronic Recalls and Alerts of InterestDate: 9/22/2008 Reason: If the headlamp is used with rechargeable batteries, the cable connecting the battery pack to the lamp can spark, melt, or catch fire. This poses a burn hazard to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 9/15/2008 Reason: Portable gasoline generators quickly produce high levels of poisonous carbon monoxide (CO) and should never be used indoors, including inside a home, basement, shed or garage, even if doors or windows are open. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 10/21/2008 Reason: An internal short circuit can cause the lithium-ion polymer batteries to overheat, posing a fire hazard. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 11/6/2008 Reason: The power adapters can fail, causing the printer to overheat. This can pose a burn hazard to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 11/6/2008 Reason: The treadmills can speed up unexpectedly while in use due to a malfunction with the lower control board, posing a fall hazard to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 9/8/2008 Reason: Irregularly positioned wires near the computer’s hinge and/or a dislodged screw inside the hinge can cause a short circuit and overheating. This poses a burn hazard to consumers. Distribution: Nationwide |
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