CPSC recall 07-152, announced April 5, 2007, covers Gemmy Industries Disney Princesses Easter Baskets (about 8,500 units). Silver beads and ribbons attached to the basket can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should take the Easter basket away from young children immediately and remove the beads and ribbons to prevent the choking hazard. Recall contact: call (800) 231-6879, or go to www.gemmy.com.
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Which products are included?
The product is a pink and purple plush Easter basket decorated with silver beads and ribbons. "Disney Princesses" is written on top of the basket. Pictures of the princesses are on the front of the basket. The basket measures about 10 inches high by 8 inches wide.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Silver beads and ribbons attached to the basket can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should take the Easter basket away from young children immediately and remove the beads and ribbons to prevent the choking hazard. Consumers also can return the item to the nearest Wal-Mart store for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Gemmy Industries
- Manufacturer
- Gemmy Industries Corp., of Coppell, Texas
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 07-152
- Units
- About 8,500
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Wal-Mart stores nationwide from February 2007 through March 2007 for about $10.
Disney Princesses Easter Baskets
CPSC product type: Toy Holiday/Seasonal
Recall contact information
For additional information, please contact Gemmy Industries at (800) 231-6879 between 9:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.gemmy.com
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