Manhattan Group Recalls Baby Rattles Due to Choking Hazard

Whoozit® Starry Time Rattle

Date of Recall
2012-04-26

CPSC Release Number
12-161

Manufactured In
China

Company Phone Number
(800) 541-1345

Units
About 3,000 in the United States and 150 in Canada

Importer
Manhattan Group LLC, of Minneapolis, Minn.

Sold By
Specialty toy and baby stores nationwide, in Canada, and online at www.manhattantoy.com from September 2011 through March 2012 for about $15.

Problem/Hazard
The clear spheres on each end of the rattle can break, releasing small parts, posing a choking hazard to small children.

Description
This recall involves Whoozit® Starry Time baby rattles. The plastic rattles feature three colored (orange, aqua blue and purple) stars stacked front to back between two clear spheres on a flexible stem. The rattle measures about 5-1/2-inches long. Each clear ball, located at the end of the rattle, measures 1-3/4 inches in diameter. The clear rattles contain small multi-colored beads and a white plastic disc featuring a blue smiling character face inside. The name of the product is printed on the hang tag.

Remedy
Consumers should immediately take these rattles away from young children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Manhattan Group toll-free at (800) 541-1345 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.manhattantoy.com

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