International Playthings, Inc. Recall of Rattles

Earlyears® Spirolly Rattle

Date of Recall

2004-10-21

CPSC Release Number

05-024

Manufactured In

China

Company Phone Number

(800) 445-8347

Units

About 1,600

Distributor

International Playthings Inc., of Parsippany, N.J.

Sold By

Specialty toy stores nationwide from August 2004 through September 2004 for about $9.

Problem/Hazard

The spiral section of the rattle can come apart, releasing small balls inside. This can pose a choking hazard to young children.

Injuries/Incidents

The firm has received one report of the spiral section of the toy coming apart. No injuries have been reported.

Description

The recalled product is a rattle designed for children ages 3 months and up. It is approximately 5.5-inches long with a clear, spiral tube in the center containing eight yellow and purple balls inside that travel around the spiral. The ends of the rattle are green and purple and orange and yellow. The straight center tube is blue with a shaker inside. The item number E00148 is written on the packaging.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled rattle away from young children and contact International Playthings for a refund or replacement.

Consumer Contact

Consumers should contact International Playthings at (800) 445-8347 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.intplay.com/recall

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