RECALL: These kids products can lead to brain damage and other risks in Canada

Health Canada has expanded a recall involving children’s jewellery sold under the Boutique Chic brand after testing revealed dangerously high levels of lead.

The recall now includes the All Smiles Spinner Necklace, Bracelet, and Ring — all marketed to and designed for kids.

The recalled items feature colourful, gold-toned metal and a spinning smiley face charm that may appeal to young children. These products were sold across Canada from January to May 2025, with over 2,000 units distributed. All were manufactured in China and imported by Creative Education of Canada Inc., based in Point Edward, Ontario.

Health Canada’s testing program found that the jewellery contains lead levels above the 90 mg/kg legal limit for children’s items under the Children’s Jewellery Regulations in the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act. It is illegal to import, sell or advertise children’s jewellery that exceeds this limit.

Why this matters for kids:
Young children are especially vulnerable to lead exposure, which can lead to serious and permanent health effects such as developmental delays, brain damage, anemia, and organ damage. Ingesting even small amounts of lead from chewing or sucking on jewellery can be harmful.

No injuries or incidents have been reported in Canada as of May 15, 2025, but Health Canada is urging parents and caregivers to take immediate action.

Affected products:

• Product Name: Boutique Chic All Smiles Spinner Bracelet
  Charm Colour: Lilac or Yellow
  Model Number: 91811
  Batch Number: 9674
  UPC: 771877918117
• Product Name: Boutique Chic All Smiles Spinner Necklace
  Charm Colour: Lilac or Yellow
  Model Number: 92209
  Batch Number: 9674
  UPC: 771877922091
• Product Name: Boutique Chic All Smiles Spinner Ring
  Charm Colour: Lilac, Yellow or Pink
  Model Number: 84533
  Batch Number: 9774
  UPC: 771877845338

What parents should do:

• Immediately remove the recalled jewellery from children’s reach.
• Return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
• Do not resell, donate, or give away the items — this is prohibited under Canadian law.

For more information, contact Creative Education of Canada Inc:

• Toll-free: 1-800-982-2642
• Email: [email protected]

Health Canada also encourages consumers to report any health or safety issues related to children’s jewellery through its Consumer Product Incident Report Form.

This recall is listed on the OECD Global Portal on Product Recalls, which offers details on international product safety alerts.

Reference Number: RA-77382
Original Recall Date: May 6, 2025
Updated: May 16, 2025 (Bracelet and Ring models added; contact info updated)