Gemmy Industries Corp. Recalls Disney Plush Easter Baskets Sold at Wal-Mart Due to Choking Hazard
CPSC recall 07152 · announced April 5, 2007 · Gemmy Industries · 8,500 units affected
The product
The product is a pink and purple plush Easter basket decorated with silver beads and ribbons. "Disney Princesses" is written on top of the basket. Pictures of the princesses are on the front of the basket. The basket measures about 10 inches high by 8 inches wide.
The hazard
Silver beads and ribbons attached to the basket can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should take the Easter basket away from young children immediately and remove the beads and ribbons to prevent the choking hazard. Consumers also can return the item to the nearest Wal-Mart store for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Wal-Mart stores nationwide from February 2007 through March 2007 for about $10.
Consumer contact: For additional information, please contact Gemmy Industries at (800) 231-6879 between 9:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.gemmy.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.