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Tween brands recalls children's metal jewelry due to high levels of cadmium: A CPSC press release  

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), in cooperation with Tween Brands Inc., announced a voluntary recall of about 137,000 metal necklaces, bracelets, and earrings.

The children's metal jewelry contains high levels of cadmium. Cadmium is toxic if ingested by children and can cause adverse health effects.

Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10297.html

Date Posted: 7/27/2010

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