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Teething Rings Recalled by Empire Silver Due to Choking Hazard

U.S. CPSCChokingDec 21, 2007
Recalled Teething Rings
Recalled Teething Rings

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Hazard

The silver ball that holds the ring in place can separate and release the beads inside. This poses a choking and aspiration hazard to infants.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the teething rings from infants and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund or replacement.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

The recalled sterling silver teething rings were sold in three styles: single ring with ball, single ring with heart and ball, and three rings with ball. The hollow ring has small beads inside that make a rattling sound and a ball soldered between the rings.

Sold on

Independent jewelry, gift, specialty and department stores nationwide during November 2007 for between $50 and $120.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Empire Silver Company at (800) 255-9475 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.empiresilver.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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