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Archived - Bonne Bell Children's Cosmetic Accessory Bags
- Starting date:
- August 1, 2008
- Posting date:
- August 1, 2008
- Type of communication:
- Consumer Product Recall
- Subcategory:
- Childrens' Products, Cosmetics, Clothing and Accessories
- Source of recall:
- Health Canada
- Issue:
- Product Safety, Poisoning Hazard
- Audience:
- General Public
- Identification number:
- RA-500001763
Affected products
Bonne Bell Children's Cosmetic Accessory Bags
Product description
The recalled cosmetic accessory bags are made of plastic and have a zipper and carrying handle. The model name and UPC numbers are located on the hangtag.
The cosmetic accessory bags contain Smackers® and BonneBell® Style Gift Collection marketed to children and young adults. The cosmetic products contained within the bags do not pose any health risks.
Model names and UPC numbers of the affected cosmetic bags involved in this recall include:
| Model Names | UPC Code Numbers |
|---|---|
| Smackers® Sweet Treats Collection | 0 50051 50575 7 |
| Smackers® Sparkle & Shine Collection | 0 50051 50576 4 |
| Smackers® Glam It Up Collection | 0 50051 50577 1 |
| BonneBell® Natural Neutrals Collection | 0 50051 22640 9 |
| BonneBell® Pretty Pinks Collection | 0 50051 22641 6 |
| BonneBell® Fresh Pinks Collection | 0 50051 22642 3 |
| BonneBell® Glamorous Neutrals Collection | 0 50051 22643 0 |
Hazard identified
Testing by Health Canada and The Bonne Bell Company revealed that some of the metal clasps on the handles of the bags contain lead in excess of a safe limit. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Health Canada has received one complaint, but no reports of illness related to the use of this bag.
Number sold
Approximately 55,000 units were sold in Canada.
Time period sold
The products were sold between September 2007 through August 2008 at Bonne Bell stores and various department stores nationwide.
Place of origin
The cosmetic products were made in the U.S.A., whereas the affected bags were made in China.
Companies
- Importer
-
The Bonne Bell Company
Lakewood
Ohio
UNITED STATES
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What you should do
Consumers are asked to immediately stop using the recalled products.
For information on how to receive a free replacement bag, consumers may contact The Bonne Bell Company by phone 866-288-8643 or by visiting the firm's website or by sending an email to the company at: quality@bonnebell.com.