CPSC recall 11-272, announced July 7, 2011, covers Edushape Mini Stars building sets (about 18,000 units). Plastic knobs can break from the center of the stars, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should immediately take the recalled Mini Star building sets away from children and contact Edushape for a free replacement set or credit towards another Edushape product of equal or lesser value. Recall contact: call (800) 404-4744, or go to www.edushape.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 Mini Stars building sets. The Mini Stars measure three inches in diameter and are made of opaque plastic. Each star has six circular knobs protruding from a ring-shaped center. Edushape only makes Mini Stars in red, green, yellow or blue colors which are included in this recall. The Mini Stars do not have any markings, codes or logos stamped into the plastic. They were sold in sets of 12, 24, 36, 48 and 72 pieces.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Plastic knobs can break from the center of the stars, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Edushape have received two reports of the knobs breaking off from the center of the stars. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled Mini Star building sets away from children and contact Edushape for a free replacement set or credit towards another Edushape product of equal or lesser value.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Edushape
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 11-272
- Units
- About 18,000 (additional star building sets were recalled in September 2010)
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Small retail stores nationwide, online at Toys R Us.com, Amazon.com and CSN on walmart.com from January 2007 through December 2009 for between $10 and $50.
- Distributor
- Edushape Ltd., of Deer Park, N.Y.
Mini Stars building sets
CPSC product type: Building Sets
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Edushape at (800) 404-4744 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.edushape.com
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