Recalls / 2010-04-06
Gund Recalls to Replace Baby Books Due to Choking Hazard
10190 · Recalled 2010-04-06 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves three miniature children's paperboard books with plastic handles designed as baby rattles. They include "Animals" (item number 059174), "Numbers" (item number 059175) and "Colors" (item number 059176). The books were also sold as a three-book set (item number 059173). The name "Gund" and the item number are located on the back of the books. The books measure 4 1/2 inches by 7 inches.
Hazards
The foam used to fill the book binding can detach, posing a choking/aspiration hazard to infants and young children.
Reported injuries
Gund has received three reports of children mouthing the foam that detached from the books. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the books away from young children and contact Gund for a free replacement product.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Gund Baby Paperboard Books | About 15,100 in the United States and 865 in Canada |
Parties
- Importer
- Gund, of Edison, N.J.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Gift, specialty from January 2009 through March 2010 for about $8, $20 for the set.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Gund at (800) 436-3726 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.gund.com
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Source: CPSC recall 10190. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.