Since the 1960s, Claire’s has been a retail experience known to Americans for its jewelry and makeup for young women and teens. Recently, however, Claire’s had to recall some of their products for being potentially hazardous to consumers’ health. Last week, another Claire’s recall struck the stores after products were suspected to contain asbestos, a […]
Since the 1960s, Claire’s has been a retail experience known to Americans for its jewelry and makeup for young women and teens. Recently, however, Claire’s had to recall some of their products for being potentially hazardous to consumers’ health. Last week, another Claire’s recall struck the stores after products were suspected to contain asbestos, a known carcinogen.
The second Claire’s recall in just over three months, Claire’s complied to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA’s) request to recall their products after warnings were issued on June 6th that certain makeup products sold by the chain contained asbestos. The contaminants were detected as part of a follow-up to the previous Claire’s recall that had occurred in March of this year.
Claire’s initially disputed these findings in both instances, but later caved to FDA requests and recalled their products. The products affected in the current Claire’s recall are:
The reason for the removal of these products was that their talc bases were tested and showed positive signs for asbestos contamination. As a show of good faith, the manufacturers of both products have also issued recalls for the products.
At this time the FDA, Claire’s, and the manufacturers recommend disposing of any of these products affected by the Claire’s recall that consumers may have purchased.
For more information about the risks of talc contamination and asbestos exposure, check out Parker Waichman’s in-depth summary of the dangers of talc here.
Though Claire’s has now complied to FDA requests, this second recall has cast a dark shadow on the reputation of the franchise. Coming almost exactly three months after the FDA’s initial March 5th report, the Claire’s recall now includes five different product line due to asbestos contamination. For individuals who consumed those products before they were recalled, there may be serious consequences. If you or a loved one have become a victim of these recalls, you may be entitled to legal compensation. In order to get that compensation, however, you will need first-class legal representation. That representation is located at the offices of Parker Waichman LLP.
At Parker Waichman LLP, teams of experienced trial attorneys will assist in your recovery by recovering financial compensation for the damages done to not only your person but also your peace of mind. Don’t hesitate, let Parker Waichman assess your case in order to determine your compensation amount. Contact Parker Waichman today for a free consultation and begin your path to justice.