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CPSC, Reed & Barton Announce Recall of Infant Teething Rings

U.S. CPSCInjuriesJan 10, 2002
Recalled Infant Sterling Teething Ring
Recalled Infant Sterling Teething Ring

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

Hazard

The area where the teething ring is soldered together contains flux, which can irritate the skin or mouths of young children.

Remedy

Consumers should take these teething rings away from children immediately and return the rings to the store where purchased, for a refund. Known purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.

Incidents & injuries

CPSC and Reed & Barton have not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of health problems related to the handling and ingestion of the flux.

Product description

Powerscourt Sterling Teething Rings, model #WX201. The model number is located on a label on the outside of the gift box, along with "Waterford Fine Silver Gifts." The silver teething ring is about 2.5 inches in diameter, and made of two halves that are soldered together at a sterling silver decorative disc. The teething ring is sold as a keepsake, but also could be used as a teething ring. Waterford® Sterling is embossed on the bottom of the teething ring.

Sold on

Department stores, jewelry stores and gift shops sold these teething rings, from March 13, 2001 through October 25, 2001, for about $100.

Contact the company

For more information call Reed & Barton at (800) 822-1824 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's web site at www.reedandbarton.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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