CPSC2007-05-17
Bookspan Recalls Clip-on Baby Books Due to Choking Hazard
Golden Ocean International Enterprise Ltd., of Hong Kong
Hazard
The metal clip used to attach the book to a stroller or article of clothing can break, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled books from children and either discard them or return them to Bookspan. Consumers will receive a full credit on their book club account. Bookspan has directly notified purchasers of the product recall by mail.
Sold at
Bookspan mail-order catalogues and www.bookspan.com (to book club members only) from September 2006 through March 2007 for between $17 and $27.
Affected count
About 9,500
Injuries reported
Bookspan has received one report of a clip breaking when an 8-month-old baby pulled on the toy, while attached to a play mat. No injuries were reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Baby Buddy Clip-on Books
Consumer contact
For additional information, call Bookspan at (800) 509-2997 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.bookspan.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Bookspan-Recalls-Clip-on-Baby-Books-Due-to-Choking-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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