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

WASHINGTON, June 2, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/LaRose-Industries-Recalls-Cra-Z-Jewelz-Ultimate-Gem-Jewelry-Machine/

Recall Summary

Name of Product: Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations

Hazard: 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.

Remedy:  Refund

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

Consumer Contact:  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.

Recall Details

Units: About 175,000

Description: 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."

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Sold at: Kmart, Toys R Us, Walmart and other retailers sold the Shimmer N' Sparkle Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Ultimate Gem Machine from August 2015 through April 2016 for $30. Toys R Us, Walmart and other retailers sold the Shimmer N' Sparkle Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Gem Charm and Slider Bracelets from August 2015 through April 2016 for $10. Target stores sold the My Look Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Ultimate Gem Machine from August 2015 through April 2016 for $30.

Importer/Distributor: LaRose Industries, of Randolph, N.J. and Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn.  

Manufactured in: China

Statement from Chairman Elliot F. Kaye Regarding Recall of LaRose Industries Cra-Z-Jewelz Ultimate Gem Jewelry Machines

"I pledged CPSC staff would conduct a swift and thorough investigation and take all appropriate action to protect children - and that is exactly what has happened. Lead has a devastating effect on developing children and has no place in children's products, especially toys. I am committed to using all of our authorities at CPSC to prevent exposure of children to harmful chemicals and heavy metals in consumer products. Parents and caregivers should take these jewelry kits away from their kids right away and request a refund from LaRose Industries right away. I appreciate Attorney General Schneiderman and his staff bringing this case to our attention and being an extra cop on the beat as we work to make the marketplace even safer for all children."

Elliot Kaye, Chairman

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