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Wooden Toys Recalled by Earthentree Due To Choking and Strangulation HazardsDate: 8/7/2008
Reason: The recalled toys contain small parts or can break into small parts, posing a choking hazard.
Distribution: Nationwide.
WASHINGTON , D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Wooden Toys Units: About 375 Manufacturer: Earthentree of Kirkland, Wash. Hazard: The recalled toys contain small parts or can break into small parts, posing a choking hazard. The recalled rattles violate the federal rattle standard. Some of the toys also have a string longer than 12 inches, which can pose a strangulation hazard to young children. Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Description: This recall involves a variety of wooden toys including egg shakers (maracas), pull toys, rattles, and trains. The toys are painted glossy red, orange, green, brown, yellow or natural wood. Sold at: Earthentree's Web site, Fairs, Trade Shows and retail stores nationwide from December 2007 through May 2008 for about $7 to $34. Manufactured in: India Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Earthentree for exchange or refund. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Earthentree at (800) 963-1593 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.earthentree.com/recall.asp Other Child Safety Recalls and Alerts of InterestDate: 9/8/2008 Reason: The baby carrier’s chest strap can detach from the shoulder straps, posing a fall hazard to the baby. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 9/26/2008 Reason: The undersides of the foot platforms can have sharp edges, posing a laceration hazard to children. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 10/3/2008 Reason: The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning parents that children need to be supervised around these common but sometimes hidden drowning dangers. Distribution: Nationwide Date: 9/16/2008 Reason: Date: 9/8/2008 Reason: The wooden rattles, pacifier holders, and stroller toys contain small pieces including glued on mirrors and/or prisms that can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants. Date: 10/21/2008 Reason: Cribs with drop sides are the type most likely to experience hardware problems. Distribution: Nationwide |
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