Notice Recalled May 10, 2010 About 19,000 units Updated May 23, 2014

Claire's Recalls Children's Metal Charm Bracelets Due to High Levels of Cadmium

IngestionLead / chemical

The hazard

The heart lock charms attached to the bracelets contain high levels of cadmium. Cadmium is toxic if ingested by children and can cause adverse health effects.

Incidents reported: None reported.

What to do now

Consumers should immediately take the recalled bracelets away from children and return the heart lock charms or the entire bracelets to any Claire's for a full refund or replacement product.

Contact: For additional information, contact Claire's toll-free at (866) 859-9281 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.claires.com

About this recall

The "Best Friends" three bracelet sets are silver-colored chains with metal pendants containing one of the words "Best," "Friends" or "Forever" and heart lock and key charms with different colored stones.

Product photos

Recalled charm bracelet
Recalled charm bracelet

Photos: U.S. CPSC