June 19, 2008
Wal-Mart is recalling about 39,000 Hip Charm key chains, in addition to 12,000 chains recalled in April.
The charms on the key chain can contain high levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects.
There have been no injuries reported with the additional key chains included in this recall. The Illinois Attorney General informed Wal-Mart and CPSC in April that the previously recalled key chain was found in the home of a 9-month-old child who was discovered to have high blood levels of lead. The child was observed mouthing this key chain.
The recalled key chains have several charms including a button, clover, leaf, and heart. The charms hang from a silver-colored chain. The words Hip charm and the following UPC numbers are printed on the products packaging: 03156811032, 03156811029, 03156811019, 03156811016, 03156811018, 03156811028, and 03156811030.
The key chains were sold at Wal-Mart stores nationwide from April 2005 through June 2008 for between $ .50 and $6. They were made in China.
Consumers should not allow children to handle the key chain and should return it to any Wal-Mart store for a full refund.
For further information, contact Wal-Mart at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.walmartstores.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
