AAFES RECALL NO.
08-020 |
| DISTRIBUTION: Overseas
stores only In cooperation with the CPSC, Parragon Books recalls Children's Necklaces with Ballet Shoes Charms Name of Product: Children's Necklaces with Ballet Shoes Charms Distributor: Parragon Inc., New York, New York Importer: Parragon Books Ltd., of United Kingdom Units: About 500,000 Manufactured in: China Hazard: Solder on the charm of the necklace may contain high levels of lead, which if ingested by young children can cause adverse health effects. Incidents/Injuries: None. Description: The recalled necklace has a silver-colored chain with a silver-colored charm consisting of a pair of ballet shoes and a bow. The necklace was provided with the purchase of a children’s book entitled, The Magical Ballet Slippers (alternatively titled Ballerina’s Magical Shoes), ISBN 1405411449, published by Parragon Books, Ltd. UPC 9781405411448 is printed on the back of the book. Spanish version, Las zapatillas magicas de la bailarina ISBN 1405448385; UPC 9781405448383. French version, Les petits chaussons magiques ISBN 1405449527; UPC 9781405449526. Sold at: Retail chains and independent bookstores nationwide from January 2003 through June 2008 for about $7. Only a limited quantity, 72 units were stocked and sold in various overseas AAFES stores Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled necklaces away from children and contact Parragon for instructions on how to return the necklace and receive a free children’s book. Consumer Contact: For more information, consumers can contact Parragon 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, toll-free at (888) 480-2854, or visit the firm’s Web site: www.parragonrecall.com Home
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