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CPSC, International Playthings, Inc. Announce Recall of Rattles

Reported: October 21, 2004 Initiated: October 21, 2004 #05024

Product Description

The recalled product is a rattle designed for children ages 3 months and up. It is approximately 5.5 inches long with a clear spiral tube in the center, containing eight yellow and purple balls inside, that travel around the spiral. The ends of the rattle are green and purple and orange and yellow. The straight center tube is blue with a shaker inside. The item number E00148 is written on the packaging.

Reason for Recall

The spiral section of the rattle can come apart, releasing small balls inside. This can pose a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled rattle away from young children and contact International Playthings for a refund or replacement.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled product is a rattle designed for children ages 3 months and up. It is approximately 5.5 inches long with a clear spiral tube in the center, containing eight yellow and purple balls inside, that travel around the spiral. The ends of the rattle are green and purple and orange and yellow. The straight center tube is blue with a shaker inside. The item number E00148 is written on the packaging.. Recalled by International Playthings Inc., of Parsippany, N.J.. Units affected: About 1,600.
Why was this product recalled?
The spiral section of the rattle can come apart, releasing small balls inside. This can pose a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled rattle away from young children and contact International Playthings for a refund or replacement.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 21, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05024.