Recall Category: Kids Recalls
Recall Date: 2000-03-22T00:00:00
Product: Precious Keepsakes™ silver-plated "New Baby" rattle
Company: Russ Berrie & Co. Inc., of Oakland, N.J
Hazard: The shape and size of the rattle's handle allow it to become lodged in the throats of babies, posing a choking hazard. The rattles violate the Federal Hazardous Substances Act for the design and construction of baby rattles.
Description: The Precious Keepsakes™ silver-plated "New Baby" rattle is 6 inches long and consists of a spinning ball on top of an ornate handle, which includes a small bear and a bow. The rattle was sold as item number 10399. The item number appears on the product packaging. A silver tag attached to the rattle with a ribbon reads "NEW BABY."
Remedy: Consumers should take these rattles away from babies immediately, and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund.
Incidents / Injuries: CPSC and Russ Berrie are not aware of any incidents or injuries involving these rattles.
Recall Number: 00082
Product Type: Baby / Infant Products, Feeding / Teething Products
Hazard Type: Choking Hazard