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Product recall · CPSCApril 16, 2009Highest risk
Toy Maracas
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The maracas can break and expose small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children. In addition, the handle poses a suffocation hazard to young children.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — Suffocation risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers and Tupperware sales consultants should immediately stop using the maracas and return them to Tupperware for a refund or gift certificate. Maraca return forms can be accessed at www.tupperware.com
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Tupperware at (888) 887-9273 between 8:30 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.tupperware.com
The product
This recall involves blue and red toy maracas with yellow handles. The maracas were used by Tupperware representatives during sales presentations. Cut-outs in the shape of stars, squares and other geometric figures are located inside the maraca.
Details
- Units affected
- About 44,000
- Recall date
- April 16, 2009
- Brand
- Tupperware U.S. Inc., of Orlando, Fla.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Tupperware has received two reports of maracas breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Tupperware's Holiday 2007 and Spring 2008 product catalogs from September 2007 through April 2008 for between $5.50 and $11.
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: “Toy Maracas Recalled by Tupperware U.S. Due to Choking and Suffocation 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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