CPSC recall 12-093, announced January 24, 2012, covers Lee Carter Infant Rattles (about 25,000 units). The rattle's handle is small enough to fit into a child's throat, posing a choking hazard and violating federal rattle standards. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately take the recalled rattles away from infants and return them to Lee Carter Co. for a full refund or credit towards a replacement product. Recall contact: call (415) 824-2004, or go to www.leecartercompany.com.
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Which products are included?
The recalled rattles are made out of multi-colored, woven plastic and have a bell inside. They measure about 4 1/2 inches long. "Made in Mexico" and "Lee Carter Company" are printed on a tag on a purple plastic loop at the end of the rattle's handle.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The rattle's handle is small enough to fit into a child's throat, posing a choking hazard and violating federal rattle standards.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled rattles away from infants and return them to Lee Carter Co. for a full refund or credit towards a replacement product.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Lee Carter
- Recall number
- 12-093
- Units
- About 25,000
- Manufactured in
- Mexico
- Sold at / sales period
- Various Mexican specialty craft stores nationwide from February 2001 through October 2011 for about $4.
- Importer
- Lee Carter Co., of San Francisco, Calif.
Infant Rattles
CPSC product type: Baby Rattles
Recall contact information
For additional information, consumers should call Lee Carter Co. collect at (415) 824-2004 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.leecartercompany.com
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