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Baby Sterling Silver Teethers
Check whether yours is affected, then follow the instructions below.
What’s wrong
The hearts and cars on the teethers can break off, posing a choking hazard to infants.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Choking hazard from small parts.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled teethers away from infants and contact the firm for instructions on returning the teethers for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Elegant Baby at (800) 334-5321 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, or visit the firm's Web site at www.elegantbaby.com
The product
The sterling silver teethers are circle shaped with either a heart or car in the center. The teethers have beads inside. The teethers measure two inches in diameter.
Details
- Units affected
- About 200
- Recall date
- January 31, 2008
- Brand
- Angel Ortiz and Fracionamiento Lomas De Taxco S/N, of Mexico, Elegant Baby and Baby Needs Inc., of Burlington, N.C.
- What has been reported
- Elegant Baby has received one report of a baby mouthing the heart when it broke off the teether and became lodged in his mouth.
Independent infant clothing boutiques nationwide from February 2005 through September 2006 for about $50.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Baby Sterling Silver Teethers Recalled by Elegant Baby Due to Choking Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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