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RecalledCPSC · June 30, 2010 Children's jewelry & accessories

Children's Jewelry Recalled by SmileMakers Due to High Levels of Cadmium

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Recalled Happy Charm Bracelets
Recalled Happy Charm Bracelets · Photo: CPSC

What's being recalled

Children's Happy Charm Bracelets and Football Rings

Units: About 66,200 Charm Bracelets and 2,200 Rings

This recall involves "Happy" charm bracelets and football rings. The "Happy" charm bracelet is comprised of colorful beads on a small elastic band to which a metal charm in the shape of a butterfly, moon or sun is attached. The football ring is a small adjustable metal band to which a football charm (made of metal) is attached.

The problem, in CPSC's words

The metal substrate in the jewelry contains high levels of cadmium. Cadmium is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Incidents and injuries reported to CPSC

None reported.

What CPSC says to do

Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and discard the product.

How to contact the company

For additional information, contact SmileMakers toll-free at (877) 390-5470 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the company's website at www.smilemakers.com, or send email to product.questions@smilemakers.com

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice 10287, cpsc.gov. Text in quotes is from CPSC. Photos: CPSC.