CPSC, Small Small World Announce Recall of "Egg Dippers" Easter Plush Toys
CPSC recall 03155 · announced July 2, 2003 · Small Small World · 75,000 units affected
The product
The recall includes four animal plush toys. The white rabbit has a purple egg which reads "Happy Easter," the green rabbit has a yellow egg which reads "Happy Easter," the purple bear has a purple egg which reads "Happy Easter," and the yellow duck carries a green egg which reads "You're Egg-stra Special." Each toy has a permanent label affixed which reads "The Boyd's Collection, Ltd."
The hazard
The toys' seams can separate and allow small beads to be released, presenting an aspiration hazard to young children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should call the firm for information on getting a free replacement toy.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): There have been two reports of children ingesting beads coming out of these plush toys. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Department and specialty stores nationwide sold these toys, from February 2003 through April 2003, for about $8.
Consumer contact: Call The Boyds Collection at (800) 377-3050 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.