Lip Gloss and Jewelry Sets Sold Exclusively at Wal-Mart Recalled by F.A.F. Inc. Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

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

Date:

July 10 2008

Name of Products:

“Faded Glory” Lip Gloss, Locket, and Bracelet Sets

Units:

About 30,000

Manufacturer:

Imported by F.A.F. Inc., of Greenville, R.I. Distributed by Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.

Hazard:

The lobster claw clasp on the bracelet contains high levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects.

Incidents/Injuries:

None reported.

Description:

The recalled three-piece sets contain a rectangle-shaped lip gloss container, a heart-shaped locket necklace, and a charm bracelet. The following models are included in the recall:
Item: Frog Set Model Number: 6709-4250 UPC: 72783357703
Item: Monkey Set Model Number: 6709-4251 UPC: 72783357704
Item: Cat Set Model Number: 6709-4252 UPC: 72783357705

“Faded Glory”, the model number, and UPC are printed on the product’s hangtag.

Product # / SKU:

b>UPC: </b>72783357703, 72783357704, 72783357705

Sold at:

Wal-Mart stores nationwide from May 2008 through June 2008 for about $6.

Manufactured in:

China

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately take the bracelet away from children and return the set to any Wal-Mart store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact:

F.A.F. Inc.
(800) 949-3311 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday
www.faf.com