CPSC recall 09-195, announced April 16, 2009, covers Tupperware U.S. Shape-O Toy Maracas (about 44,000 units). The maracas can break and expose small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers and Tupperware sales consultants should immediately stop using the maracas and return them to Tupperware for a refund or gift certificate. Recall contact: call (888) 887-9273, or go to www.tupperware.com.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves blue and red toy maracas with yellow handles. The maracas were used by Tupperware representatives during sales presentations. Cut-outs in the shape of stars, squares and other geometric figures are located inside the maraca.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The maracas can break and expose small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children. In addition, the handle poses a suffocation hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
Tupperware has received two reports of maracas breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers and Tupperware sales consultants should immediately stop using the maracas and return them to Tupperware for a refund or gift certificate. Maraca return forms can be accessed at www.tupperware.com
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Tupperware U.S.
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 09-195
- Units
- About 44,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Tupperware's Holiday 2007 and Spring 2008 product catalogs from September 2007 through April 2008 for between $5.50 and $11.
- Importer
- Tupperware U.S. Inc., of Orlando, Fla.
Shape-O Toy Maracas
CPSC product type: Toy Musical Instruments
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Tupperware at (888) 887-9273 between 8:30 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.tupperware.com
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