Children's Butterfly Necklaces Recalled by U.S. Toy Co. Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #07051
Recall Date
2006-12-13
Manufacturer
U.S. Toy Co. Inc., of Grandview, Mo.
Units Affected
About 29.000
Products Involved
Children's Butterfly Necklaces
Hazard
The clasps on the necklaces contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and return the necklaces to the store where purchased for a free replacement product, or contact U.S. Toy Company for information on returning recalled necklaces purchased on the Web site.
Reported Injuries
None reported.
Sold At
U.S. Toy Co. retail stores, at www.ustoy.com, children's, and small discount stores nationwide from October 2005 through November 2006 for about $4 per dozen.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
The recalled necklaces are silver-colored with multi-colored pendants shaped as butterflies. The pendant hangs from a silver-colored chain. The necklaces' packaging is pink and purple cardboard with "Butterfly Necklace" printed on the front and "Item #JA442" on the back.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28