Gemmy Industries Corp. Recalls Flashing Eyeball Toys Due to Chemical Hazard

CPSC recall 07556 · announced June 7, 2007 · Gemmy Industries · 500 units affected

The product

The product is a plastic flashing eyeball toy filled with liquid. The model numbers of this product are: 27828, 27544 and 06470. The model number is found on the back of the packaging. The writing on the packaging reads, "FLASHING EVIL EYE," and "TRY ME!"

The hazard

The plastic eyeball contains kerosene, which, if broken, presents a chemical hazard to children.

What to do (per CPSC)

Consumers should take this toy away from children immediately, and return the item to the store for a full refund.

Official CPSC recall notice →

Notes

Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Toy and novelty stores during July 2006 for about $3.
Consumer contact: For additional information, please contact Gemmy Industries at (800) 231-6879 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.gemmy.com, or e-mail the firm at Davidm@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.