Children's Fork and Spoon Sets Recalled by Peachtree Playthings Due to Choking Hazard; Sold at Dollar Tree and Deals
CPSC recall 10148 · announced March 2, 2010 · Peachtree Playthings · 127,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves the Scooby Doo, Tweety and Batman plastic fork and spoon sets. The two-piece set is white plastic with cartoon images on the handle.
The hazard
The middle two prongs of the plastic fork can detach, posing a choking hazard to children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the recalled fork and spoon sets away from children and return them to Dollar Tree or Deals for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Peachtree Playthings has received one report of a middle prong detaching from the fork. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Dollar Tree Stores and Deals during January 2010 for about $1 per set.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Peachtree Playthings at (800) 290-4831 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.peachtreeplaythings.com or email the firm at peachtree@peachtreeplaythings.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.