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TOBY NYC Recalls TOBY & ME Jewelry Sets Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard 

August 22, 2007

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

 

Name of product: TOBY & ME Jewelry Sets

 

Distributed: T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, and A.J.Wright from August 2006 through May 2007 for about $8.

 

Hazard: The recalled metal jewelry sets contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

 

Description: The three recalled jewelry sets include: a princess pink and clear crystal bead necklace and bracelet set with a painted metallic crown pendant; a pink and white pearl necklace and bracelet set with a painted metallic poodle pendant; and a pink pearl necklace, earrings and ring set. All sets are sold in a pink gift box with "TOBY & ME" printed on the front and "TOBY & ME" hangtags attached to the packaging.

 

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and contact TOBY N.Y.C. for information on receiving a full refund or replacement item.

 

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact TOBY N.Y.C. toll-free at (866) 235-0588 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or email the firm at info@tobynyc.com.

 

For more information on the hazard of lead, please visit our Healthy Environments Section.

 

For identification, a picture of the recalled item is available:

 

 

 


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