CPSC recall 01-194, announced July 10, 2001, covers Imperial Toy CUDDLES FEEDING SET or "CUDDLES MEAL TIME" toy feeding sets (about 100,000 units). The nipple on the toy baby bottle included in these sets could come off, posing a serious choking hazard to small children. Consumers should take these recalled toys away from young children immediately, and return the toy set to the store where purchased, for a refund. Recall contact: call (800) 543-6551.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
The plastic toy feeding set includes a baby bottle, plastic dish, strainer, spoon, juicer, and, in some sets, a funnel. The plastic sets were sold in various colors including blue, yellow, pink and purple. The packaging reads, "CUDDLES FEEDING SET" or "CUDDLES MEAL TIME." The packaging also reads "Imperial" and "NO. 8327."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The nipple on the toy baby bottle included in these sets could come off, posing a serious choking hazard to small children.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Imperial Toy Corp. are not aware of any incidents or injuries involving these toys. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury or death.
Official remedy
Consumers should take these recalled toys away from young children immediately, and return the toy set to the store where purchased, for a refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Imperial Toy
- Manufacturer
- Imperial Toy Corp., of Los Angeles, Calif.
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 01-194
- Units
- About 100,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Ben Franklin, Revco and other discount stores nationwide sold the toys, from October 1995 through May 2001, for about $2.
CUDDLES FEEDING SET or "CUDDLES MEAL TIME" toy feeding sets
CPSC product type: Toy Miscellaneous
Recall contact information
For more information about this recall, consumers should call Imperial Toy Corp, at (800) 543-6551 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or write to the company at 2060 E. 7th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90021.
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