Children's Mood Rings and Necklaces Recalled Due To Risk of Lead Exposure

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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with D&D Distributing-Wholesale Inc., of Tacoma, Wash., announced a voluntary recall of about 19,000 "Love Tester" Rings and 4,000 "Love Tester" Necklaces.

Hazard: The metal rings and necklaces contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

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