More than 224K kids' jewelry-making kits recalled over chemical hazard
Briefly

LaRose Industries issued a recall for 224,100 Cra-Z-Art Gemex/Gel2Gem jewelry-making kits after discovering that the resin contained hazardous levels of acrylate, primarily hydroxyethylmethacrylate (HEMA). The recall affects ten kit models and one refill pack, with potential risks including skin, eye, and respiratory irritation from uncuring resin. Sold between January 2023 and September 2024, the kits were available at various retail and online stores. Customers are advised to stop using the products and contact LaRose for refunds, although no injuries have been reported to date.
LaRose Industries recalled 224,100 jewelry-making kits due to hazardous acrylate levels in resin that can cause skin, eye, and respiratory irritation.
The resin in the Cra-Z-Art Gemex/Gel2Gem kits exceeds safe limits for children's products, posing health risks under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act.
Read at New York Post
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