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CPSC, International Playthings, Inc. Announce Recall of Rattles

U.S. CPSCChokingOct 21, 2004
Recalled Earlyears® Spirolly Rattle
Recalled Earlyears® Spirolly Rattle

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Hazard

The spiral section of the rattle can come apart, releasing small balls inside. This can pose a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled rattle away from young children and contact International Playthings for a refund or replacement.

Incidents & injuries

The firm has received one report of the spiral section of the toy coming apart. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

The recalled product is a rattle designed for children ages 3 months and up. It is approximately 5.5 inches long with a clear spiral tube in the center, containing eight yellow and purple balls inside, that travel around the spiral. The ends of the rattle are green and purple and orange and yellow. The straight center tube is blue with a shaker inside. The item number E00148 is written on the packaging.

Sold on

Specialty toy stores nationwide from August 2004 through September 2004 for about $9.

Contact the company

Consumers should contact International Playthings at (800) 445-8347 anytime or visit the firm's website at www.intplay.com/recall

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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