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CPSC, International Playthings Inc. Announce Recall of Toy Stacking RingsWASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announces the following recall in voluntary cooperation with the firm below. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.Name of product: Earlyears Bobbie Bear Stacking Rings Units: About 5,000 Manufacturer: International Playthings Inc., of Parsippany, N.J. Hazard: Plastic knobs on the rings can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received three reports of small parts detaching from the rings, though no injuries have been reported. Description: The recalled Bobbie Bear Stacking Rings have a blue and orange rounded bottom, two multicolored stacking rings, and an orange plastic bear head topper. The toy can be spun like a top and makes a rattling sound when shaken. The toy is designed for children ages 6-24 months and has a model number of E00421, which can be found on the packaging. Sold at: Specialty toy stores nationwide sold these toys from April 2002 through March 2003 for about $10. Manufactured in: China Remedy: Consumers should contact the company for instructions on how to return the toy to receive a free replacement item of similar value. Consumer Contact: Call International Playthings at (800) 445-8347 anytime or log on to the company's Website at www.intplay.com/recall.htm. Media Contact: Sue Tice at (973) 316-2500, Ext. 232 or sue.tice@intplay.com. |
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