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Mars Retail Group Recalls M&M'S-Branded Jewelry Due to Violation of Lead Standard

Recall 16-251 · August 25, 2016 · Mars Retail

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled jewelry, place the items out of the reach of children, and contact M&M'S World or visit an M&M'S World store to return the jewelry for a full refund.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
16-251 (CPSC)
Recall date
August 25, 2016
Brand
Mars Retail
Category
Clothing and accessories
Products
M&M'S®-branded jewelry
Hazard
Violation of Lead Standard
Hazard type
Choking and ingestionPoisoning and toxic substances
Remedy
Refund
Units
About 52,400
Made in
Vietnam, China
Last updated by CPSC
August 25, 2016

What was recalled

This recall involves all M&M-branded jewelry, including some children's jewelry. Recalled items include earrings, rings, bracelets and necklaces sold between May 2015 and July 2016. Jewelry items included in the recall have the M&M'S logo "M" as a charm or other feature.

Is my product affected?

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

  • M&M'S®-branded jewelry · About 52,400 units

Photos from the recall notice

M&M’s World Earrings
M&M’s World Earrings
M&M’s World Necklaces
M&M’s World Necklaces
M&M’s World Ring
M&M’s World Ring
M&M’s World Bracelet
M&M’s World Bracelet

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: M&M'S® World Stores in New York; Orlando, Fla.; Las Vegas; and Henderson, Nev. from May 2015 to June 2016 for between $6 and $18.; Phillips International Inc., of Hallandale, Fla.; Mars Retail Group, of Mount Arlington, N.J..

Injuries or incidents reported

No injuries or incidents have been reported in connection with these products.

Consumer contact

M&M'S World at 866-915-5058 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.mmsworld.com and click on the "Product Safety & Recalls" link at the bottom of the page for more information.

Recall history and context

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?

M&M'S®-branded jewelry (About 52,400 units). This recall involves all M&M-branded jewelry, including some children's jewelry.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Violation of Lead Standard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled jewelry, place the items out of the reach of children, and contact M&M'S World or visit an M&M'S World store to return the jewelry for 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 August 25, 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.