RecalledRecall 07-192Published

Tri-Star International Ball Rattles, Wrist Rattles, Wind-Up Toys

Tri-Star International Recalls Children's Toys Due to Choking Hazard

Hazard
Choking
Units
About 2,000 units
Incidents
None reported
Remedy
See the notice

CPSC recall 07-192, announced May 23, 2007, covers Tri-Star International Ball Rattles, Wrist Rattles, Wind-Up Toys (about 2,000 units). These toys contain small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately take these toys away from children and return them to the store where purchased for a refund. Recall contact: call (510) 856-8785 or (800) 638-2772.

What to check on the product label

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 recall involves three different types of toys. The ball rattle is a multi-colored, 3-inch ball with oval openings and a small hexagon opening at each end. The wrist rattle toy is a white plastic wristband toy with six multi-colored balls with small bells inside. The wind-up toy is a 7.5-inch pink giraffe with yellow legs and a green wind-up knob below the tail of the giraffe.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

These toys contain small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Incidents and injuries

None reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately take these toys away from children and return them to the store where purchased for a refund.

Product and sales details

Brand
Tri-Star International
Product type
Toys & play sets
Recall number
07-192
Units
About 2,000
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Dollar stores in California from January 2005 through May 2007 for about $1.
Importer
Tri-Star International Inc., of Newark, Calif.

Ball Rattles, Wrist Rattles, Wind-Up Toys

CPSC product type: Toy Miscellaneous

Recall contact information

For additional information, contact Tri-Star at (510) 856-8785 anytime or CPSC's Hotline at (800) 638-2772 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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