LaRose Industries Recalls Cra-Z-Jewelz Ultimate Gem Jewelry Machine Due to Violation of Lead Standard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 16-186 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- June 2, 2016
- Brand
- LaRose
- Category
- Clothing and accessories
- Products
- Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations
- Hazard
- Violation of Lead Standard
- Hazard type
- Choking and ingestionPoisoning and toxic substances
- Remedy
- Refund
- Units
- About 175,000
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- June 2, 2016
What was recalled
This recall involves two models of LaRose's Jewelz Gem Creations jewelry making kit and one refill product. The UPC code is printed on the outside of the product box and on the bottom of the "Gem Machine." Product Name Item# - UPC Code Purpose Sold at Shimmer N' Sparkle Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Ultimate Gem Machine UPC #884920174504 Jewelry Making Kit Retailers, including Kmart, Toys R Us and Walmart Shimmer N' Sparkle Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Gem Charm and Slider Bracelets UPC #884920174849 Refill Components for the Jewelry Making Kit Retailers, including Toys R Us and Walmart My Look Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Ultimate Gem Machine UPC #884920466340 Jewelry Making Kit Target
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations · About 175,000 units
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Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Kmart, Toys R Us, Walmart and other retailers sold the Shimmer N' Sparkle Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Ultimate Gem Machine from August 2015 through April 2016 for $30. Toys R Us, Walmart and other retailers sold the Shimmer N' Sparkle Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Gem Charm and Slider Bracelets from August 2015 through April 2016 for $10. Target stores sold the My Look Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Ultimate Gem Machine from August 2015 through April 2016 for $30.; LaRose Industries, of Randolph, N.J.; Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn..
Consumer contact
LaRose Industries toll-free at (855) 345-4693 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email recall@laroseindustries.com or online at www.laroseindustries.com and click on the Recall tab more information.
Recall history and context
LaRose appears in 4 CPSC recalls on record. See all LaRose recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 136 recalls in the clothing and accessories category, 19 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations (About 175,000 units). This recall involves two models of LaRose's Jewelz Gem Creations jewelry making kit and one refill product.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Violation of Lead Standard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately take these recalled products away from children and contact LaRose for instructions to receive a full refund.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on June 2, 2016. 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.