CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • September 22, 2005

CPSC, Dollar General Corp. Announce Recall of Costume Jewelry

The flower necklace and earring set features a floral design in four color variations: yellow, orange, pink and purple. The purse necklace and earring set features a dangling purse charm in black, red, blue, orange, pink or purple. The corded swirl necklace and earring set features a twisted metal swirl pattern hanging from a black, blue or purple cord. The faux amber necklace and earring set features a large faux amber gem cut in a heart or cross shape. The 5-strand bead necklace and earring set was sold in four color variations: orange, purple, blue and multi-color.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should take the recalled jewelry away from children immediately and return to Dollar General stores for a refund.

Contact Information

For additional information, contact Dollar General at (800) 678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dollargeneral.com

Recall Details

Sold At
Dollar General Stores nationwide, from May 2005 through August 2005, for between $1 and $3.
Injuries
None reported.
Recall Number
05278

Product Information

Product Name
Necklace and Earring Sets
Product Type
Costume/Children's Jewelry
Number of Units
About 455,000
Imported By
Dollar General Corp., of Goodlettsville, Tenn.
Manufactured In
China

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Full Contact Information

For additional information, contact Dollar General at (800) 678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dollargeneral.com