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CPSC recall · Reported March 26, 2013

West Music Recalls Egg-Shaker Toy Instruments Due to Choking and Aspiration Hazards

The outer "end cap" that is glued onto the top, smallest part of the egg can come off, posing a small part choking or aspiration hazard.

Recall #
13150
Affected scope
About 6,500
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Bongo Logic Development LTD, of Hong Kong recalled These recalled egg-shaker toy instruments are plastic, egg-shaped instruments sold in fiv… — a moderate-severity action.

West Music Recalls Egg-Shaker Toy Instruments Due to Choking and Aspiration Hazards was recalled by Bongo Logic Development LTD, of Hong Kong in March 26, 2013. Reason: The outer "end cap" that is glued onto the top, smallest part of the egg can come off, posing a small part ch…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled egg shaker toy instruments away from young…. Verify recall #13150 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Bongo Logic Development LTD, of Hong Kong issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The outer "end cap" that is glued onto the top, smallest part of the egg can come off, posing a small part ch….

Moderate
severity level
March 26, 2013
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #13150 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #13150) was formally reported on March 26, 2013. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Bongo Logic Development LTD, of Hong Kong is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 6,500.

The documented reason for this recall is: The outer "end cap" that is glued onto the top, smallest part of the egg can come off, posing a small part choking or aspiration hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately take the recalled egg shaker toy instruments away from young children and contact West Music for a free replacement product. — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls — 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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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 6,500

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

These recalled egg-shaker toy instruments are plastic, egg-shaped instruments sold in five colors: yellow, green, blue, red and purple. The toy instruments are about the size of small eggs and have a "Basic Beat" label printed on the front of the product. The product is marked for children ages 3 years and older but West Music is concerned with the possibility of the egg being used by or near a younger child. The toy instruments have Lot Number 0E0212 located on the bottom of the roundest part of the egg.

Reason for recall

The outer "end cap" that is glued onto the top, smallest part of the egg can come off, posing a small part choking or aspiration hazard.

Remedy — what to do

Consumers should immediately take the recalled egg shaker toy instruments away from young children and contact West Music for a free replacement product.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 13150
Date reported March 26, 2013
Date initiated March 26, 2013
Recalling firm Bongo Logic Development LTD, of Hong Kong
Affected scope About 6,500
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 immediately take the recalled egg shaker toy instruments away from young children and contact West Music for a f…

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  • 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?
These recalled egg-shaker toy instruments are plastic, egg-shaped instruments sold in five colors: yellow, green, blue, red and purple. The toy instruments are about the size of small eggs and have a "Basic Beat" label printed on the front of the product. The product is marked for children ages 3 years and older but West Music is concerned with the possibility of the egg being used by or near a younger child. The toy instruments have Lot Number 0E0212 located on the bottom of the roundest part of the egg.. Recalled by Bongo Logic Development LTD, of Hong Kong. Units affected: About 6,500.
Why was this product recalled?
The outer "end cap" that is glued onto the top, smallest part of the egg can come off, posing a small part choking or aspiration hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled egg shaker toy instruments away from young children and contact West Music for a free replacement product.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 26, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 13150.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (13150) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: CPSC, reported March 26, 2013.

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