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CPSC, Hallmark Announce Recall of Harry Potter Key Chains

U.S. CPSCIngestionApr 18, 2002
Recalled Harry Potter Magic Potion Bottle key chain
Recalled Harry Potter Magic Potion Bottle key chain

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The key chains can leak petroleum distillates, which can pose an ingestion hazard to children.

Remedy

Consumers should take the key chains away from children immediately and contact Hallmark for a full refund.

Incidents & injuries

CPSC and Hallmark have not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

Product description

The Harry Potter Magic Potion Bottle key chain is made of styrene and has a "potion bottle" filled with purple-colored mineral oil and red-colored water. The 3-inch tall key chain has a green base and a gold top, and has the letters "HP" printed on the bottle.

Sold on

Hallmark, Hallmark Card, Wal-Mart, grocery, drug, and gift stores nationwide sold the key chains, from October 2001 through November 2001, for about $5.

Contact the company

Consumers may contact Hallmark at (800) 425-5627 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. For more information, consumers can log on to the company's website at www.hallmark.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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