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CPSC Announces Recall of Metal Toy Jewelry Sold in Vending Machines Firms agree to stop importation until hazard is eliminated

Recall 04-174 · July 8, 2004

What to doConsumers should throw away recalled jewelry.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
04-174 (CPSC)
Recall date
July 8, 2004
Category
Toys and games
Products
Toy jewelry
Hazard
Choking and ingestion, Poisoning and toxic substances hazard
Hazard type
Choking and ingestionPoisoning and toxic substances
Units
About 150 million pieces
Made in
India
Last updated by CPSC
February 28, 2025

What was recalled

This toy jewelry recall involves various styles of rings, necklaces, and bracelets. The rings are gold- or silver-colored with different designs and paint finishes with various shaped center stones. The necklaces have black cord or rope or gold- or silver-colored chains. The necklaces have pendants, crosses or various geometrical designs or shapes, and can include gemstones. The various styles of bracelets include charm bracelets, bracelets with medallion links, and bracelets with faux stones.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Toy jewelry · About 150 million pieces units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: The toy jewelry was sold in vending machines located in malls, discount, department and grocery stores nationwide, from January 2002 through June 2004, for between $0.25 and $0.75.; A & A Global Industries, Inc., of Cockeysville, Md.; Brand Imports, LLC, of Scottsdale, Ariz.; Cardinal Distributing Co. Inc., of Baltimore, Md.; L. M. Becker & Co., Inc., of Kimberly, Wis..

Injuries or incidents reported

CPSC has received one report of lead poisoning when a child swallowed a piece of toy jewelry containing lead that was previously recalled. No reports of injury or illness have been received for the recalled products announced today.

Consumer contact

Consumers can contact these importers for more information about this recall by calling (602) 636-3908 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

Recall history and context

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 156 recalls in the toys and games category, 71 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Toy jewelry (About 150 million pieces units). This toy jewelry recall involves various styles of rings, necklaces, and bracelets.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Choking and ingestion, Poisoning and toxic substances hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should throw away recalled jewelry.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on February 28, 2025. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.