Dunkin' Donuts Recalls Glow Sticks Due to Choking and Strangulation Hazards

Pink and Orange Glow Sticks (free giveaway with donuts)

Date of Recall
2007-10-17

CPSC Release Number
08-030

Manufactured In
China

Company Phone Number
(800) 859-5339

Units
About 1 million

Distributor
Dunkin’ Donuts LLC, of Canton, Mass.

Sold By
Dunkin’ Donuts stores nationwide from September 2007 through October 2007. They were a free giveaway with the purchase of donuts.

Problem/Hazard
The recalled glow sticks are not properly labeled to warn consumers that the cap and lanyard can detach, posing a choking hazard. Additionally, the lanyard poses a strangulation hazard to young children.

Injuries/Incidents
None reported.

Description
The pink and orange glow sticks were given away free with purchases of donuts.

Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled glow sticks away from young children and return them to any Dunkin’ Donuts for a free donut.

Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Dunkin’ Donuts at (800) 859-5339 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.DunkinDonuts.com

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