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Giant Starbuilders and Giant Stars Building Sets Recalled by Edushape Due to Choking Hazard

Reported: September 15, 2010 Initiated: September 15, 2010 #10346

Product Description

This recall involves all Giant Starbuilders and Giant Stars building sets. The giant stars measure 5 inches in diameter and are made of opaque plastic. Each star has six knobs protruding from a ring-shaped center. The Giant Starbuilder set contains red, green, yellow and blue stars. The Giant Star building set contains red, green, yellow, blue, orange and pink stars.

Reason for Recall

Plastic knobs can break from the center of the star, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled star blocks away from children and contact Edushape for a replacement set or credit towards another Edushape product of equal or lesser value.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves all Giant Starbuilders and Giant Stars building sets. The giant stars measure 5 inches in diameter and are made of opaque plastic. Each star has six knobs protruding from a ring-shaped center. The Giant Starbuilder set contains red, green, yellow and blue stars. The Giant Star building set contains red, green, yellow, blue, orange and pink stars.. Recalled by Edushape Ltd., of Deer Park, N.Y.. Units affected: About 13,500.
Why was this product recalled?
Plastic knobs can break from the center of the star, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled star blocks away from children and contact Edushape for a replacement set or credit towards another Edushape product of equal or lesser value.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 15, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10346.