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	Glue Gun Recall The Crafters Square Hot Melt Mini Glue Gun can short circuit creating a fire hazard.
	Wal-Mart Recalls Charm Key Chains Due to Risk of Lead Exposure Wal-Mart has recalled another 27,000 "Hip Charm" Key Chains due to high levels of lead.
	CVS, Rite Aid Selling Expired Goods Rochester, N.Y. - Since dozens of local pharmacies are selling expired goods, the attorney general's office suggests you check expiration dates on items you buy. Video \| Pharmacies Selling Expired Products, By Store and County (28.1KB)

Recent Recalls and Product Safety News

Child-Related Product Recalls

The children�s jewelry could contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Household-Related Product Recalls

The recalled power supplies are wired incorrectly, posing electrocution and fire hazards.

Outdoor Product Recalls

The canopies fail to comply with a voluntary flammability standard could pose a fire hazard to consumers.

Sports/Recreation Product Recalls

The firework can produce a loud bang and unexpectedly scatter debris, posing an injury hazard to the user and bystanders.

CPSC Podcasts

This Weekly Podcast highlights All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Safety - week of July 3, 2008