Cadmium replaces lead in some jewelry

Jewelry purchased at Walmart and Clare’s in November and December of 2009 tested positive for cadmium.  In fact, as much as 91% of the weight of the charms tested were cadmium.  Cadmium is a toxic heavy metal that manufacturers in China are using in place of lead.  Zinc would be a much safer alternative.  For more, see the article on msnbc.com.

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