CPSC recall 00-082, announced March 22, 2000, covers Russ Berrie Precious Keepsakes™ silver-plated "New Baby" rattle (about 13,400 units). The shape and size of the rattle's handle allow it to become lodged in the throats of babies, posing a choking hazard. Consumers should take these rattles away from babies immediately, and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund. Recall contact: call (800) 272-7877.
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Which products are included?
The Precious Keepsakes™ silver-plated "New Baby" rattle is 6 inches long and consists of a spinning ball on top of an ornate handle, which includes a small bear and a bow. The rattle was sold as item number 10399. The item number appears on the product packaging. A silver tag attached to the rattle with a ribbon reads "NEW BABY."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The shape and size of the rattle's handle allow it to become lodged in the throats of babies, posing a choking hazard. The rattles violate the Federal Hazardous Substances Act for the design and construction of baby rattles.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Russ Berrie are not aware of any incidents or injuries involving these rattles.
Official remedy
Consumers should take these rattles away from babies immediately, and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Russ Berrie
- Manufacturer
- Russ Berrie & Co. Inc., of Oakland, N.J
- Recall number
- 00-082
- Units
- About 13,400
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty and drug stores, and flower and gift shops nationwide sold these rattles, from November 1998 through December 1999, for about $14.
Precious Keepsakes™ silver-plated "New Baby" rattle
CPSC product type: Rattles
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Russ Berrie & Co. at (800) 272-7877 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or write to Russ Berrie & Co. Inc., Attn: Customer Service Dept., 111 Bauer Drive, Oakland, NJ 07436.
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