CPSC recall 02-518, announced January 10, 2002, covers Reed & Barton Powerscourt Sterling Teething Rings (about 200 units). The area where the teething ring is soldered together contains flux, which can irritate the skin or mouths of young children. Consumers should take these teething rings away from children immediately and return the rings to the store where purchased, for a refund. Recall contact: call (800) 822-1824, or go to www.reedandbarton.com.
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.
Affected model numbers
The model number is located on a label on the outside of the gift box, along with "Waterford Fine Silver Gifts." The silver teething ring is about 2.5 inches in diameter, and made of two halves that are soldered together at a sterling silver decorative disc.
Which products are included?
Powerscourt Sterling Teething Rings, model #WX201. The model number is located on a label on the outside of the gift box, along with "Waterford Fine Silver Gifts." The silver teething ring is about 2.5 inches in diameter, and made of two halves that are soldered together at a sterling silver decorative disc. The teething ring is sold as a keepsake, but also could be used as a teething ring. Waterford® Sterling is embossed on the bottom of the teething ring.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The area where the teething ring is soldered together contains flux, which can irritate the skin or mouths of young children.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Reed & Barton have not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of health problems related to the handling and ingestion of the flux.
Official remedy
Consumers should take these teething rings away from children immediately and return the rings to the store where purchased, for a refund. Known purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Reed & Barton
- Manufacturer
- Reed & Barton Corp., of Taunton, Mass.
- Product type
- Pacifiers & teethers
- Recall number
- 02-518
- Units
- About 200
- Sold at / sales period
- Department stores, jewelry stores and gift shops sold these teething rings, from March 13, 2001 through October 25, 2001, for about $100.
Powerscourt Sterling Teething Rings
CPSC product type: Teething Items
Recall contact information
For more information call Reed & Barton at (800) 822-1824 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's web site at www.reedandbarton.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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