CPSC2007-07-19
CVS/pharmacy Announces Recall of Playskool Sippy Cups; Poses Choking Hazard To Young Children
CVS/pharmacy, of Woonsocket, R.I.
Hazard
Young children can chew through the plastic spout of the sippy cup, which can pose a choking hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop their children from using the cup immediately and return it to any CVS store for a full refund.
Sold at
CVS stores nationwide from September 2006 through April 2007 for about $5.
Affected count
About 84,000
Injuries reported
The firm has received 36 reports of toddlers chewing through the plastic spout of the sippy cup, resulting in one choking incident and three near-choking incidents. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Playskool Toddler "NoSpill" Sippy Cups
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact CVS/pharmacy toll-free at (866) 434-0098 between 8:30 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit CVS/pharmacy's Web site at www.cvs.com, or e-mail the company at playskoolinfo@cvs.com
Official notice
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