Snap Beads Recalled by Edushape Due to Choking Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-12-08). Hazards: choking. About 40 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10709 |
| Published | 2009-12-08 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Toy Miscellaneous |
| Products | Snap Beads |
| Firm named in the title | Edushape |
| Firms | Xiamen Xinlu Machinery Co., Ltd., China (manufacturer); Edushape Ltd., of Deer Park, N.Y. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 40 |
| Hazard classes | choking |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Various retail stores and online from July 2009 to September 2009 for about $20. |
Description
The recalled product is multicolor and textured soft plastic beads that are designed to connect to one another. The beads are packaged in a 6" x 6" x 8" clear plastic jar with a photo of a child playing with the beads on the label. The word "Edushape" is written on the label in green and red.
Hazard
The tip of the snap bead peg may break off under repetitive pressure, posing a choking hazard to small children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the snap beads and contact Edushape for a replacement set.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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