Kids II Inc. Recalls Teethers Due to Choking Hazard
Bright Starts Star Teether Beads and Bright Starts Teether Beads
Date of Recall
2007-01-17CPSC Release Number
07-081Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(877) 325-7056Units
About 375,000Distributor
Kids II Inc., of Alpharetta, Ga.Sold By
Discount department and juvenile specialty stores nationwide from June 2006 through January 2007 for between $1 and $3.Problem/Hazard
The flexible plastic ring that holds the teether beads in place can crack or break, and the beads can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants.Injuries/Incidents
Kids II has received 24 reports of the plastic ring cracking or breaking and the beads becoming detached from the ring. No injuries have been reported.Description
The Bright Starts Star Teether Beads (model 8483) has textured soft plastic beads in bright colors and various shapes connected to a flexible plastic ring. The beads on this model are shaped as stars, spirals and ovals. The Bright Starts Teether Beads (model 8549) has plastic beads in bright colors that are shaped as an oval and are connected to a flexible plastic ring.Remedy
Consumers should take this product away from children immediately and contact Kids II for information on receiving a free replacement.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Kids II toll-free at (877) 325-7056 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or log on to www.kidsii.comRecall Comments
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