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Some lucky charms may bring more harm than good luck, group warns
Jan 21, 2012, 7:47 GMT
Manila - Some lucky charms for the Chinese New Year may bring more harm than good luck due to alleged toxic contents, an environmental group warned on Saturday.
The EcoWaste Coalition, which promotes public safety from chemicals and wastes, said it found lead and other toxic metals in 14 of 30 lucky charms and ornaments currently enjoying brisk sales ahead of the Chinese New Year.
The samples were bought earlier in the week from vendors in Manila's Binondo district, the country's oldest Chinatown and heart of the festive celebrations to welcome the Year of the Water Dragon.
Chemical analysis found high levels of lead, cadmium, arsenic, mercury and chromium, the coalition said.
The items tested included feng shui amulets, lucky bracelets, door signs, dragon figurines, money trees, rice urns, and other decor to enhance luck, fortune and good health.
The origin and manufacturer of the lucky charms and ornaments were unknown and vendors of the items declined to comment on the alleged toxic contents of the products.
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