CPSC Recall in 2003: CPSC, L.M. Becker & Co. Inc. Announce Recall of Toy Necklaces

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 03-178

Date: September 09, 2003

Product Name: Toy Necklaces

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), L.M. Becker & Co. Inc., of Kimberly, Wis., is voluntarily recalling 1.4 million Toy Necklaces. The necklace's pendant contains high levels of lead, posing a risk of poisoning to young children.Name of product: Toy NecklacesUnits: 1.4 millionManufacturer: L.M. Becker & Co. Inc., of Kimberly, Wis.Hazard: The necklace's pendant contains high levels of lead, posing a risk of poisoning to young children.Incidents/Injuries: The firm received one report of a child who swallowed the necklace's pendant, which reportedly resulted in high blood lead levels.Description: The necklaces consist of a 10-inch black cord with a 7/8- inch-diameter gray metal pendant. The metal pendant has assorted symbols on one side.Sold from: Vending machines in malls, discount department and grocery stores nationwide from March 2002 through April 2003 for about 50 cents.Manufactured in: IndiaRemedy: The firm is no longer in business and a remedy is no longer available. Consumers should throw the jewelry away.

Hazard Description:

The necklace's pendant contains high levels of lead, posing a risk of poisoning to young children.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Dispose, No Remedy Available

Units: 1.4 million

Incidents:

The firm received one report of a child who swallowed the necklace's pendant, which reportedly resulted in high blood lead levels.

Sold At:

Vending machines in malls, discount department and grocery stores nationwide from March 2002 through April 2003 for about 50 cents.

Manufactured In:

India