Toysmith Recalls Light-Up Magic Wands Due to Choking and Ingestion Hazards
CPSC recall 20045 · announced December 19, 2019 · Toysmith Of Sumner, Wash · 58,000 units affected
The product
This recall includes a fuchsia colored Light-Up Magic Wand topped with a star that flashes and makes noise. The recalled wands have a manufacturing date code printed in white on the bottom portion of the wand. Only magic wands with date codes between March 2018 (3/18/373) and June 2019 (6/19/373) are included in the recall. The UPC code 085761220034 can be found on the hangtag.
The hazard
The battery cover can detach and expose the button-cell batteries, posing choking and ingestion hazards to young children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled magic wands, place them out of the reach of children and return them to store where purchased for a refund. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Toysmith has received one report of a child swallowing one of the batteries removed from the toy. Medical attention was required to remove the battery.
Sold at: Carter's stores and various toy, grocery, hobby and gift retailers nationwide from June 2018 through October 2019 for about $5.
Consumer contact: Toysmith at 800-356-0474 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email info@toysmith.com or online at www.toysmith.com and click on the “Safety Info” tab located at the bottom of the page for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.