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Product recall · CPSCOctober 17, 2007Highest risk
Dunkin' Donuts Glow Sticks
The notice asks people to return it — see below for how.
What’s wrong
The recalled glow sticks are not properly labeled to warn consumers that the cap and lanyard can detach, posing a choking hazard. Additionally, the lanyard poses a strangulation hazard to young children.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — Strangulation risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled glow sticks away from young children and return them to any Dunkin' Donuts for a free donut.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Dunkin' Donuts at (800) 859-5339 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.DunkinDonuts.com
The product
The pink and orange glow sticks were given away free with purchases of donuts.
Details
- Units affected
- About 1 million
- Recall date
- October 17, 2007
- Made or distributed by
- Dunkin' Donuts LLC, of Canton, Mass.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Dunkin' Donuts stores nationwide from September 2007 through October 2007. They were a free giveaway with the purchase of donuts.
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: “Dunkin' Donuts Recalls Glow Sticks Due to Choking and Strangulation Hazards”
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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