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Pearl-like Bead Attachment Sold with Girl's Gift Sets Recalled Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard; Sold exclusively at Limited Too Stores

Reported: November 1, 2007 Initiated: November 1, 2007 #08058

Product Description

The recalled item is a pearl-like pink bead attachment on the outside packaging of the gift sets and a zipper pull/wrist band on a cosmetic lip gloss set. The gift sets were sold under the "Sparkle by Too" line, as follows: 3-Pack Lip Gloss Wristlet (Style No. 2014), 4-Pack Body Spray (Style No. 2017), and 3-Piece Bath Set (Style No. 2018).

Reason for Recall

Surface coating on a plastic bead decorative packaging attachment contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately remove this recalled decorative pearl-like bead attachment from the gift sets and return it to any Limited Too store for a $5 Limited Too coupon. In addition to the $5 coupon, consumers who choose to return the gift sets along with the packaging attachment will receive a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled item is a pearl-like pink bead attachment on the outside packaging of the gift sets and a zipper pull/wrist band on a cosmetic lip gloss set. The gift sets were sold under the "Sparkle by Too" line, as follows: 3-Pack Lip Gloss Wristlet (Style No. 2014), 4-Pack Body Spray (Style No. 2017), and 3-Piece Bath Set (Style No. 2018).. Recalled by Tween Brands Inc., of New Albany, Ohio. Units affected: About 4,000.
Why was this product recalled?
Surface coating on a plastic bead decorative packaging attachment contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately remove this recalled decorative pearl-like bead attachment from the gift sets and return it to any Limited Too store for a $5 Limited Too coupon. In addition to the $5 coupon, consumers who choose to return the gift sets along with the packaging attachment will receive a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 1, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 08058.