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Product recall · CPSCApril 5, 2007Serious
Gemmy Industries Corp. Disney Plush Easter Baskets Sold at Wal-Mart
The notice asks people to return it — see below for how.
What’s wrong
Silver beads and ribbons attached to the basket can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Choking hazard from small parts.
What it looks like
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Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should take the Easter basket away from young children immediately and remove the beads and ribbons to prevent the choking hazard. Consumers also can return the item to the nearest Wal-Mart store for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, please contact Gemmy Industries at (800) 231-6879 between 9:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.gemmy.com
The product
The product is a pink and purple plush Easter basket decorated with silver beads and ribbons. "Disney Princesses" is written on top of the basket. Pictures of the princesses are on the front of the basket. The basket measures about 10 inches high by 8 inches wide.
Details
- Units affected
- About 8,500
- Recall date
- April 5, 2007
- Brand
- Gemmy Industries Corp., of Coppell, Texas
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Wal-Mart stores nationwide from February 2007 through March 2007 for about $10.
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: “Gemmy Industries Corp. Recalls Disney Plush Easter Baskets Sold at Wal-Mart 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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