Recall Category: Kids Recalls
Recall Date: 2002-01-10T00:00:00
Product: Powerscourt Sterling Teething Rings
Company: Reed & Barton Corp., of Taunton, Mass.
Hazard: The area where the teething ring is soldered together contains flux, which can irritate the skin or mouths of young children.
Description: Powerscourt Sterling Teething Rings, model #WX201. The model number is located on a label on the outside of the gift box, along with "Waterford Fine Silver Gifts." The silver teething ring is about 2.5 inches in diameter, and made of two halves that are soldered together at a sterling silver decorative disc. The teething ring is sold as a keepsake, but also could be used as a teething ring. Waterford® Sterling is embossed on the bottom of the teething ring.
Remedy: Consumers should take these teething rings away from children immediately and return the rings to the store where purchased, for a refund. Known purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Incidents / Injuries: CPSC and Reed & Barton have not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of health problems related to the handling and ingestion of the flux.
Recall Number: 02518
Product Type: Baby / Infant Products
Hazard Type: Other Safety Hazard