CPSC recall 10-005, announced October 6, 2009, covers Daiso California Wooden Toys (about 430 units). The toys have small parts that can break and detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Daiso for a free replacement toy or a full refund. Recall contact: call (888) 580-8841, or go to www.daisorecall.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.
Which products are included?
This recall involves four models of Daiso wooden toys including Penguin Handbell, Pull Doll, Alligator Pull Toy and Rolling Animals. The Penguin Handbell has a small metal bell inside its hollow interior. The Pull Doll's limbs move up and down when the string is pulled. The Alligator Pull Toy is green and yellow will move in an undulating fashion when pulled. The Rolling Animals are in the forms of a dog, rabbit, cat and mice, and their tails are connected to their bodies by metal springs. Daiso is printed on the product's packaging.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The toys have small parts that can break and detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Daiso for a free replacement toy or a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Daiso California
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 10-005
- Units
- About 430
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Daiso stores in California from December 2008 through May 2009 for between $1 and $4.
- Importer
- Daiso California LLC, of Burlingame, Calif.
Wooden Toys
CPSC product type: Blocks or Stacking Toys or Pull Toys
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Daiso toll-free at (888) 580-8841 between 9:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms' Web site at www.daisorecall.com
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