CPSC recall 04-514, announced November 18, 2003, covers Schylling Associates Bear "Jack-In-the-Box" toy (300 units). The red bead on the crank of the toy can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice reports no incidents. Take these toys away from children immediately and call Schylling Associates Inc. at (800) 767-8697 between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.schylling.com for information on receiving a refund or replacement toy. Recall contact: call (800) 767-8697, or go to www.schylling.com.
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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?
These multicolor tin Jack-In-the-Box-type toys have illustrations of bears in various activities on the sides. Each side features the enlarged single letters of the word "BEAR" and "BEAR" is written on the top of the toy. Other writing on the sides includes, "Bears in a Boat," "Bears Eating Eggs," "Bears in the Air," and Bears Racing Rabbits." When the crank is turned, the song, "Pop Goes the Weasel" plays, and a toy teddy bear pops up out of the top of the box. "Schylling" is written on the bottom of the toys. Toys with date code stickers on the bottom are not included in the recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The red bead on the crank of the toy can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
None Reported.
Official remedy
Take these toys away from children immediately and call Schylling Associates Inc. at (800) 767-8697 between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.schylling.com for information on receiving a refund or replacement toy.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Schylling Associates
- Manufacturer
- Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass.
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 04-514
- Units
- 300
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty stores, gift shops and book stores nationwide, from August 2003 through October 2003, for about $20.
Bear "Jack-In-the-Box" toy
CPSC product type: Toy Miscellaneous
Recall contact information
Call Schylling Associates Inc. at (800) 767-8697 between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.schylling.com
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