CPSC recall 10-260, announced June 10, 2010, covers Rhino Toys Beado handheld bead play toys (about 5,500 units). The toys' plastic wires can detach from the hubs due to insufficient adhesive, allowing the beads to slide off. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using this recalled toy and return it to the store where it was purchased to receive a full refund or a replacement Beado hand-held beaded toy. Recall contact: call (877) 887-4433, or go to www.rhinotoys.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.
UPC or product codes
834282015014This recall involves the Beado hand-held beaded play toy with model number 1501 and date code 02910 04323A.
Which products are included?
This recall involves the Beado hand-held beaded play toy with model number 1501 and date code 02910 04323A. The product measures six inches in diameter and is composed of four blue plastic "hubs", six white plastic "wires" and twelve multi-colored beads that slide along the wires. The model number and date code are printed on the bottom of the packaging and the date code is also inside of the blue hubs (see picture). Beados that have a date code different than 02910 or have a date code of 02910 and an inspection sticker on the bottom of the packaging and a black mark by the date code inside the blue hub (see picture) are not included in this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The toys' plastic wires can detach from the hubs due to insufficient adhesive, allowing the beads to slide off. The loose beads pose a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using this recalled toy and return it to the store where it was purchased to receive a full refund or a replacement Beado hand-held beaded toy.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Rhino Toys
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 10-260
- Units
- About 5,500
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty toy and juvenile retailers from March 2010 through May 2010 for about $12.
- Importer
- Rhino Toys Inc., of Santa Cruz, Calif.
Beado handheld bead play toys
CPSC product type: Toy Miscellaneous
Recall contact information
For additional information, please contact Rhino Toys toll free at (877) 887-4433 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.rhinotoys.com
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