CPSC recall 90-002, announced October 18, 1989, covers Mitchell Import Chick-in-Egg squeaker toys. Hazard: Choking.
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Chick-In-Egg Squeaker Toy Recalled NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: October 18, 1989 (301) 504-7908 Release # 90-002 Chick-In-Egg Squeaker Toy Recalled WASHINGTON, D.C.--The Mitchell Import Company, Shawnee Mission, Kansas, is voluntarily recalling approximately 1,700 "Chick-in-Egg" squeaker toys because the head and squeaker may present a potential choking hazard to children. This toy was distributed nationwide beginning in February 1989 for about $1.00. It is an egg-shaped plastic toy about 2 1/2 inches long and comes in various colors. A chick's head is attached to the larger end of the "egg" and a squeaker to the small end. The "egg" is marked "TAIWAN". Neither the Consumer Product Safety Commission nor the Mitchell Import Company is aware of any injuries involving this toy. It is being voluntarily recalled by the firm because it may pose a choking hazard. Consumers should return their "Chick-in-Egg" squeaker toy to the store where they purchased it for a full refund.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Choking
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Product and sales details
- Brand
- Mitchell Import
- Manufacturer
- Mitchell Import
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 90-002
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
Chick-in-Egg squeaker toys
CPSC product type: Toy Animals Stuffed/Not Stuffed
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