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CPSC recall · Reported September 6, 2001

CPSC, Kids II Announce Recall of Butterfly Baby Toys

The antennae on these butterfly toys contain wire that can pass through the fabric, causing cuts and scratches to babies.

Recall #
01227
Affected scope
About 21,000
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Kids II, of Alpharetta, Ga. recalled The recall involves Carter's Activity Butterflies with 3-inch long bendable antennae. The….

CPSC, Kids II Announce Recall of Butterfly Baby Toys was recalled by Kids II, of Alpharetta, Ga. in September 6, 2001. Reason: The antennae on these butterfly toys contain wire that can pass through the fabric, causing cuts and scratche…. Remedy: Consumers should take these toys away from babies immediately, and return the toy to the …. Verify recall #01227 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Kids II, of Alpharetta, Ga. issued this CPSC recall-The antennae on these butterfly toys contain wire that can pass through the fabric, causing cuts and scratche….

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September 6, 2001
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01227 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

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Product description

The recall involves Carter's Activity Butterflies with 3-inch long bendable antennae. The body of the stuffed butterfly toy is green and purple and the wings are multi-colored. The toy makes various "fun sounds" when squeezed. The stuffed stars on the ends of the antennae contain a squeaker and a rattle. The lower wings make a crinkle sound and one of the upper wings contains a mirror. The toy has model number 50052 written on a small tag behind one of its wings. A date code on the opposite side of this tag ends with, "00433," "00856," "01003," or "01148." Butterfly toys with short antennae, about 1¾-inches long, do not contain wire, and are not part of the recall.

Reason for recall

The antennae on these butterfly toys contain wire that can pass through the fabric, causing cuts and scratches to babies.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should take these toys away from babies immediately, and return the toy to the store where purchased or contact Kids II for a free replacement butterfly toy.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 01227
Date reported September 6, 2001
Date initiated September 6, 2001
Recalling firm Kids II, of Alpharetta, Ga.
Affected scope About 21,000
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should take these toys away from babies immediately, and return the toy to the store where purchased or contact Kids II…

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recall involves Carter's Activity Butterflies with 3-inch long bendable antennae. The body of the stuffed butterfly toy is green and purple and the wings are multi-colored. The toy makes various "fun sounds" when squeezed. The stuffed stars on the ends of the antennae contain a squeaker and a rattle. The lower wings make a crinkle sound and one of the upper wings contains a mirror. The toy has model number 50052 written on a small tag behind one of its wings. A date code on the opposite side of this tag ends with, "00433," "00856," "01003," or "01148." Butterfly toys with short antennae, about 1¾-inches long, do not contain wire, and are not part of the recall.. Recalled by Kids II, of Alpharetta, Ga.. Units affected: About 21,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The antennae on these butterfly toys contain wire that can pass through the fabric, causing cuts and scratches to babies.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should take these toys away from babies immediately, and return the toy to the store where purchased or contact Kids II for a free replacement butterfly toy.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 6, 2001. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 01227.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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