Gemmy Industries Corp. Recalls Flashing Eyeball Toys Due to Chemical Hazard

Floating Eyeballs

Date of Recall

2007-06-07

CPSC Release Number

07-556

Manufactured In

China

Units

About 500

Manufacturer

Gemmy Industries Corp., of Coppell, Texas

Sold By

Toy and novelty stores during July 2006 for about $3.

Problem/Hazard

The plastic eyeball contains kerosene, which if broken, presents a chemical hazard to children.

Injuries/Incidents

None reported.

Description

The product is a plastic flashing eyeball toy filled with liquid. The model numbers of this product are: 27828, 27544 and 06470. The model number is found on the back of the packaging. The writing on the packaging reads, "FLASHING EVIL EYE," and "TRY ME!"

Remedy

Consumers should take these toys away from children immediately, and return the item to the store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, please contact Gemmy Industries at (800) 231-6879 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.gemmy.com, or e-mail the firm at [email protected]

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