CPSC recall 88-057, announced July 27, 1988, covers Toys R Us Submarine Stationery Set toy stationery sets. Hazard: Laceration.
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Toy Stationery Sets Recalled By Toys-R-Us NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 27, 1988 Release # 88-57 Toys-R-Us Recalling Toy Stationery Sets WASHINGTON, DC - Toys-R-Us of Paramus, New Jersey, is voluntarily recalling some 6,000 toy stationery sets because a razor blade cutting knife in the set may pose a potential laceration hazard to young children. Imported from Taiwan, the toy stationery set was sold in Toys-R-Us stores between October and December 1987 for $7.99. The outer cardboard package was labeled "Submarine Stationery Set, Lucky Star Enterprise Taipei, Taiwan, #51073, - SKN012440 Recommended for ages 6 and up." Constructed of plastic in the shape of submarine measuring seven inches long and four inches wide, the stationary set contains drawers and attachments which house a tape dispenser, pencil sharpener, scissors and razor blade cutting knife. Consumers having the stationery set should take the toy away from children, then return it to the nearest Toys-R--Us store for a full refund of the purchase price.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Laceration
Official remedy
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- Toys R Us
- Manufacturer
- Toys R Us, Lucky Star Enterprises
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 88-057
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
Submarine Stationery Set toy stationery sets
CPSC product type: Toy Boats
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