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Product recall · CPSCJanuary 24, 2012Serious
Infant Rattles
The notice asks people to return it — see below for how.
What’s wrong
The rattle's handle is small enough to fit into a child's throat, posing a choking hazard and violating federal rattle standards.
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 rattles away from infants and return them to Lee Carter Co. for a full refund or credit towards a replacement product.
Who to contact: For additional information, consumers should call Lee Carter Co. collect at (415) 824-2004 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.leecartercompany.com
The product
The recalled rattles are made out of multi-colored, woven plastic and have a bell inside. They measure about 4 1/2 inches long. "Made in Mexico" and "Lee Carter Company" are printed on a tag on a purple plastic loop at the end of the rattle's handle.
Details
- Units affected
- About 25,000
- Recall date
- January 24, 2012
- Brand
- Lee Carter Co., of San Francisco, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Various Mexican specialty craft stores nationwide from February 2001 through October 2011 for about $4.
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: “Infant Rattles Recalled by Lee Carter Co. 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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