U.S. Toy Co. Recalls More Children's Butterfly Necklaces Due to Lead Poisoning
Source: CPSC Recall #07082
Recall Date
2007-01-18
Manufacturer
U.S. Toy Co. Inc., of Grandview, MO.
Units Affected
About 113,800 (This recall was first announced in Dec. 2006)
Products Involved
Children's Butterfly Necklaces
Hazard
The pendant on the necklace contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take this jewelry away from children. Consumers should return the recalled jewelry 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 Company retail stores and children's and small discount stores nationwide and online at www.ustoy.com from August 2006 through December 2006 for about $5 per dozen.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
The recalled necklaces have pendants shaped as butterflies that are painted in various colors. The pendants hang from a black cord. The necklace's package is blue cardboard with images of flowers and butterflies and the words "Butterfly Necklace" printed on the front and "Item#JA298" 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