CPSC recall 08-148, announced December 21, 2007, covers Empire Silver Sterling Silver Teething Rings (about 1,000 units). The silver ball that holds the ring in place can separate and release the beads inside. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately take the teething rings from infants and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund or replacement. Recall contact: call (800) 255-9475, or go to www.empiresilver.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.
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 recalled sterling silver teething rings were sold in three styles: single ring with ball, single ring with heart and ball, and three rings with ball. The hollow ring has small beads inside that make a rattling sound and a ball soldered between the rings.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The silver ball that holds the ring in place can separate and release the beads inside. This poses a choking and aspiration hazard to infants.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the teething rings from infants and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund or replacement.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Empire Silver
- Manufacturer
- Empire Silver Company, of Brooklyn, N.Y.
- Product type
- Pacifiers & teethers
- Recall number
- 08-148
- Units
- About 1,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Independent jewelry, gift, specialty and department stores nationwide during November 2007 for between $50 and $120.
Sterling Silver Teething Rings
CPSC product type: Teething Items
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Empire Silver Company at (800) 255-9475 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.empiresilver.com
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