CPSC, Dollar Tree Stores Inc. Announce Recall of Toy Sponges

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Recall Category: Kids Recalls

Recall Date: 2002-10-10T00:00:00

Product: Toy Sponges

Company: Dollar Tree, Only One Dollar, Only $1, Dollar Express and Dollar Bills sold the stuffed animals nationwide, from May 2001 through September 2002, for $1.

Hazard: The eyes on the toys can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Description: There are three types of sponge animals involved in this recall: whales, turtles and fish. The sponge animals are made of soft terry cloth and have suction cups for attaching to tiled or smooth surfaces. The toys have a sewn-in label that reads in part, "DOLLAR TREE DISTRIBUTION, INC.," "MADE IN CHINA" and "RN# 87254."

Remedy: Consumers should take these sponge animals away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Incidents / Injuries: CPSC and Dollar Tree Stores have received one report of an eye coming off. No injuries have been reported. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

Recall Number: 03010

Product Type: Toys / Play Products

Hazard Type: Choking Hazard

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