CPSC recall 07-556, announced June 7, 2007, covers Gemmy Industries Floating Eyeballs (about 500 units). The plastic eyeball contains kerosene, which, if broken, presents a chemical hazard to children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should take this toy away from children immediately, and return the item to the store for a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 231-6879, go to www.gemmy.com, or email Davidm@gemmy.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.
The model number is found on the back of the packaging.
Which products are included?
The product is a plastic flashing eyeball toy filled with liquid. The model numbers of this product are: 27828, 27544 and 06470. The model number is found on the back of the packaging. The writing on the packaging reads, "FLASHING EVIL EYE," and "TRY ME!"
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The plastic eyeball contains kerosene, which, if broken, presents a chemical hazard to children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should take this toy away from children immediately, and return the item to the 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
- 07-556
- Units
- About 500
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Toy and novelty stores during July 2006 for about $3.
Floating Eyeballs
CPSC product type: Toy Miscellaneous
Recall contact information
For additional information, please contact Gemmy Industries at (800) 231-6879 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.gemmy.com, or e-mail the firm at Davidm@gemmy.com
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