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Recall 08257 — Character-themed lapel pins

U.S. CPSC · United States · 2008-04-29

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Agency
U.S. CPSC
Recall identifier
08257
Date of alert
2008-04-29
Country / jurisdiction
United States
Risk type
recall
Product category
consumer_product
Reported risk: The recalled lapel pins have images depicting 12 video game characters. The lapel pins vary in size, ranging from 1 to 2 inches in height. The characters Diddy Kong, Donkey Kong, Kirby, Mario, Mario Kart, Pikachu, Princess Peach, Samus, Starfox, Waluigi and Wario were sold individually. Mario, Princess Peach and Samus were also sold as a set. Hazards: The metal lapel pin contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Primary source: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Nintendo-Recalls-Lapel-Pins-Due-to-Risk-of-Lea

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