CPSC recall 01-081, announced February 8, 2001, covers Namkung Promotions Planet Discovery Kid's Meal toys (about 3.8 million units). The suction cup on the toy can come off, presenting a choking hazard to young children. The notice cites 7 incident reports. Parents should immediately take away the toy from young children. Recall contact: call (866) 736-5914.
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Which products are included?
The "Planet Discovery" toys are plastic disks (about 2 to 3 inches in diameter) with a suction cup (about 1.5 inch in diameter) on the back. The toys depict all of the planets plus the moon and the sun. Each toy comes in a plastic bag labeled "Planets: Collect Them All!" A paragraph on the bag also says: "Parents: This toy has been safety-tested for children of all ages." The planet toy itself says "Chick- fil-A Inc. 1999," "1998 Namkung Promotions Inc," and "China."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The suction cup on the toy can come off, presenting a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
Chick-fil-A has received seven reports that the suction cup on the toy came off. In one case, a child began choking, but the parent removed the suction cup before medical treatment was needed.
Official remedy
Parents should immediately take away the toy from young children. Throw away the toy or return the planet toys to a Chick-fil-A restaurant for a free replacement premium or a small Icedream®.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Namkung Promotions
- Manufacturer
- 1998 Namkung Promotions Inc, of China
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 01-081
- Units
- About 3.8 million
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- The toys were distributed at 800 Chick-fil-A restaurants nationwide during January 2001 and during January 1999.
- Importer
- Chick-fil-A Inc., of Atlanta, Ga.
Planet Discovery Kid's Meal toys
CPSC product type: Toy Miscellaneous
Recall contact information
For questions about this recall, contact Chick-fil-A toll-free at (866) 736-5914.
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