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RecalledCPSC · June 2, 2016 Children's jewelry & accessories

LaRose Industries Recalls Cra-Z-Jewelz Ultimate Gem Jewelry Machine Due to Violation of Lead Standard

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Shimmer N’ Sparkle Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Ultimate Gem Machine (UPC #884920174504)
Shimmer N’ Sparkle Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Ultimate Gem Machine (UPC #884920174504) · Photo: CPSC

What's being recalled

Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations

Units: About 175,000

This recall involves two models of LaRose's Jewelz Gem Creations jewelry making kit and one refill product. The UPC code is printed on the outside of the product box and on the bottom of the "Gem Machine." Product Name Item# - UPC Code Purpose Sold at Shimmer N' Sparkle Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Ultimate Gem Machine UPC #884920174504 Jewelry Making Kit Retailers, including Kmart, Toys R Us and Walmart Shimmer N' Sparkle Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Gem Charm and Slider Bracelets UPC #884920174849 Refill Components for the Jewelry Making Kit Retailers, including Toys R Us and Walmart My Look Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Ultimate Gem Machine UPC #884920466340 Jewelry Making Kit Target

UPC: 884920174504, 884920174849, 884920466340

The problem, in CPSC's words

The "Slider Bracelet" in the jewelry making kit contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues.

Incidents and injuries reported to CPSC

None reported

What CPSC says to do

Refund

Consumers should immediately take these recalled products away from children and contact LaRose for instructions to receive a full refund.

How to contact the company

LaRose Industries toll-free at (855) 345-4693 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email [email protected] or online at www.laroseindustries.com and click on the Recall tab more information.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice 16186, cpsc.gov. Text in quotes is from CPSC. Photos: CPSC.