LaRose Industries Recalls Cra-Z-Jewelz Ultimate Gem Jewelry Machine Due to Violation of Lead Standard
Recalled 2016-06-02. Choking hazard. Here is what the CPSC published, and what you are owed.
About 175,000Units
2016-06-02Recall date
None reportedInjuries
The text below is quoted from the CPSC notice word for word.
- What was recalled
- 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." Product Name Item# - UPC Code Purpose Sold at Shimmer N' Sparkle Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Ultimate Gem Machine UPC #884920174504 Jewelry Making Kit Retailers, including Kmart, Toys R Us and Walmart Shimmer N' Sparkle Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Gem Charm and Slider Bracelets UPC #884920174849 Refill Components for the Jewelry Making Kit Retailers, including Toys R Us and Walmart My Look Cra-Z-Art Cra-Z-Jewelz Gem Creations Ultimate Gem Machine UPC #884920466340 Jewelry Making Kit Target
- The 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.
- Injuries
- None reported
- The remedy
- Consumers should immediately take these recalled products away from children and contact LaRose for instructions to receive a full refund.
The details
What a recall entitles you to
A refund, a repair or a replacement. The notice says which. It costs you
nothing and there is usually no receipt requirement.
Stop using the product first. Recalls do not expire. An old one still counts.
The full CPSC notice, including photographs, is at cpsc.gov.
Source: CPSC SaferProducts recall feed, retrieved 2026-08-06. Newest recall on file 2026-07-30.
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