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Lakeshore Learning Materials Recalls Children's Toy Boxes Due to Choking Hazard

Reported: April 1, 2009 Initiated: April 1, 2009 #09176

Product Description

The recalled product is a soft, multi-colored box with a different color on each side. "What's Inside?" is embroidered on the front of the box and symbols of a lion, flower and purple butterfly are stitched on another side. Each feely box contains ten small stuffed pieces. The piece affected by this recall is the pink and purple butterfly.

Reason for Recall

The head of the stuffed butterfly toy can detach from the body, posing a choking hazard to children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled product away from children and contact Lakeshore to receive a free replacement butterfly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled product is a soft, multi-colored box with a different color on each side. "What's Inside?" is embroidered on the front of the box and symbols of a lion, flower and purple butterfly are stitched on another side. Each feely box contains ten small stuffed pieces. The piece affected by this recall is the pink and purple butterfly.. Recalled by Lakeshore Learning Materials, of Carson, Calif.. Units affected: About 4,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The head of the stuffed butterfly toy can detach from the body, posing a choking hazard to children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled product away from children and contact Lakeshore to receive a free replacement butterfly.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 1, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09176.