CPSC, Kingfisher Publications Announce Recall of Children’s Easter Books
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2004-03-30). Hazards: choking. About 5,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04110 |
| Published | 2004-03-30 |
| Last updated | 2025-02-04 |
| Product category | Books & Accessories |
| Products | My Easter Basket Book |
| Firm named in the title | Kingfisher Publications |
| Firms | Kingfisher Publications PLC, a UK-based subsidiary of Houghton Mifflin Company, of Boston, Mass. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 5,000 |
| Hazard classes | choking |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Retailers nationwide, from February 2004 through March 2004, for about $8. |
Description
The cardboard book has "My Easter Basket Book" printed on the cover in pink letters over an Easter basket. "First Holiday Books" and "Touch & feel" also are written on the cover. The book includes photos of marshmallow candy, plush toys, lollipops and candy typically found in Easter baskets. The book incorporates textured touch-and feel-surfaces. "KINGFISHER" is written on the book's spine and back cover.
Hazard
A sponge "touch-and-feel" item inside the book can detach, or small pieces can be torn away, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should take these books away from young children immediately, and return the books to Kingfisher Publications PLC, Customer Service, 181 Ballardvale St., Wilmington, MA 01887 for a refund and postage reimbursement.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received one report of a child who began to choke. No reports of injuries.
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