West Music Recalls Egg-Shaker Toy Instruments Due to Choking and Aspiration Hazards
Transparent Toy Egg Shakers
Date of Recall
2008-02-07CPSC Release Number
08-188Manufactured In
ThailandCompany Phone Number
(800) 397-9378Units
About 5,500Manufacturer
West Music Company, of Coralville, IowaSold By
West Music stores in Iowa and Illinois, West Music catalog, www.westmusic.com and at West Music exhibit booths nationwide from October 2006 through December 2007 for about $2.Problem/Hazard
The end cap can detach from the egg shaker and allow the small beads to spill out, posing choking/aspiration hazards to young children.Injuries/Incidents
West Music has received a report of the end cap detaching. No injuries have been reported.Description
This recall involves clear, plastic egg-shaped instruments with various color beads inside. The beads inside the shaker instrument come in five colors: red, white, green, dark blue and aqua. “Basic Beat” and “Jumbo Egg Crystal” is printed on a label attached to the plastic bag packaging. Model numbers “BB5102” and “202212” are printed on the side of the label.Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled egg shakers from young children and contact West Music for a free replacement product.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact West Music at (800) 397-9378 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or e-mail the firm at [email protected]Recall Comments
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