Pearhead Recalls Infant Learning Toy Sets Due to Choking Hazard; Violation of Federal Regulations for Rattles

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #25115) was formally reported on January 30, 2025. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Pearhead, of Brooklyn, New York is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records indicate About 2,700 (In addition, 288 in Canada) units are affected, placing this recall in the million-unit bracket that typically triggers nationwide consumer alerts and retailer sweeps.

The documented reason for this recall is: Due to its size and shape, the wooden egg-shaped rattle in the recalled learning sets can get lodged in a child's throat, posing a choking hazard. This violates the federal regulations for infant rattles. 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 stop using the egg shaker immediately and contact Pearhead for information on how to return the product to obtain a free replacement and refund. Pearhead is contacting all known purc… — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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