CPSC Recall in 2006: Metal Charms Recalled for Lead Poisoning Hazard to Children

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Provo Craft & Novelty Inc., of Spanish Fork, Utah is recalling about 29,000 Art Accentz™ Changlz™ Metal Charms. The recalled charms contain high levels of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning and adverse health effects to young children.Name of Product: Art Accentz™ Changlz™ Metal CharmsUnits: About 29,000Importer: Provo Craft & Novelty Inc., of Spanish Fork, UtahHazard: The recalled charms contain high levels of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning and adverse health effects to young children.Incidents/Injuries: No incidents or injuries have been reported with the recalled charms.Description: The charms are small silver-colored metal shapes that include flowers, bugs, pumpkins, and picture frames. "Art Accentz," "Changlz," "Provo Craft," and "For ages 3 and over" are printed on the charm's packaging. The charms were sold as decorations for craft projects such as scrapbooks, home décor and jewelry making.Sold at: Small craft and scrapbook retails outlets from April 2004 through July 2005, and at Pamida Stores from January 2005 through April 2005, for about $3.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should immediately take the charms away from children and ensure any charms being used are not accessible to children. Call Provo Craft for a full refund.Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Provo Craft at (800) 955-9490 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.recall.provocraft.com.

The recalled charms contain high levels of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning and adverse health effects to young children.

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No incidents or injuries have been reported with the recalled charms.

Small craft and scrapbook retails outlets from April 2004 through July 2005, and at Pamida Stores from January 2005 through April 2005, for about $3.

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