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A&A Global recalls children's bracelets due to lead poisoning hazard

04 Apr '07
1 min read

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of product: Children's "Groovy Grabber" Bracelets

Units: About 4 million

Manufacturer: A&A Global Industries of Cockeysville, Md.

Hazard: The paint on the metallic band beneath the decorative cover contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: The recalled bracelets are made of flexible metal bands wrapped in decorative plastic covers. The bracelets come in various colors and designs, including smiley faces, Chinese symbols, dogs, cats, aliens, checker boards, and flames.

Sold in: Vending machines located in malls, discount, department and grocery stores nationwide from November 2005 through March 2007 for 25 cents.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled bracelets away from children and discard them.

US Consumer Product Safety Commission

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