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CPSC recall · Reported December 12, 2003

CPSC, Schylling Associates Inc. Announce Recall of More "Jack-In-the-Box" Type Toys

The bead on the crank of the toy can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Recall #
04050
Affected scope
14,000
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Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass. recalled Two designs of the "Jack-In-the-Box" type toys are included in this recall, both of which….

CPSC, Schylling Associates Inc. Announce Recall of More "Jack-In-the-Box" Type Toys was recalled by Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass. in December 12, 2003. Reason: The bead on the crank of the toy can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.. Remedy: Take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for information on re…. Verify recall #04050 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass. issued this CPSC recall-The bead on the crank of the toy can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children..

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agency class
14K units
affected scope
December 12, 2003
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04050 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.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 5 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Product description

Two designs of the "Jack-In-the-Box" type toys are included in this recall, both of which play "Pop Goes the Weasel" when the crank is turned. One is based on Dr. Seuss' "Cat in the Hat", and the other is based on Ian Falconer's "Olivia the Pig" character. The Cat in the Hat box is red, yellow and blue and has a black and white cat dressed in a red and white hat that pops out of the box. "CAT IN THE HAT" is written on the box lid. The Olivia box is black- and salmon-colored with "CIRCUS" written around the top sides. The Olivia character dressed as clown pops out. Schylling Associates Inc. previously recalled a Bear "Jack-In-the-Box" type toy in November with the same hazard.

Reason for recall

The bead on the crank of the toy can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy, what to do

Take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund or replacement 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 04050
Date reported December 12, 2003
Date initiated December 12, 2003
Recalling firm Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass.
Affected scope 14,000
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.

Scale of Impact

14,000 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) -
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) ✓ This recall
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filings.

What to do with this recall

Take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund or replacement toy.

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  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
Two designs of the "Jack-In-the-Box" type toys are included in this recall, both of which play "Pop Goes the Weasel" when the crank is turned. One is based on Dr. Seuss' "Cat in the Hat", and the other is based on Ian Falconer's "Olivia the Pig" character. The Cat in the Hat box is red, yellow and blue and has a black and white cat dressed in a red and white hat that pops out of the box. "CAT IN THE HAT" is written on the box lid. The Olivia box is black- and salmon-colored with "CIRCUS" written around the top sides. The Olivia character dressed as clown pops out. Schylling Associates Inc. previously recalled a Bear "Jack-In-the-Box" type toy in November with the same hazard.. Recalled by Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass.. Units affected: 14,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The bead on the crank of the toy can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do? ▼
Take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund or replacement toy.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 12, 2003. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 04050.
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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