CPSC2015-08-05
MZB Recalls Children's Watches Due to Risk of Skin Irritation
MZB, of Long Island City, N.Y.
Hazard
The case-back of the watch can detach and expose the interior to water, posing a risk of skin irritation, redness, rashes or chemical burns.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled watches away from children and contact MZB for a refund.
Sold at
Kmart, Kohl's, Walmart and other retailers nationwide from October 2012 through June 2015 for between $5 and $20.
Affected count
About 1.9 million (in addition, 58,000 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
The firm has received 11 reports of skin irritations or chemical burns. Six of these consumers have required medical treatment.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
MZB Children's "Light Up" Watches
Consumer contact
MZB toll free at (888) 770-7085 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.mzb.com and click on Product Safety Notice tab at the top of the homepage for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/MZB-Recalls-Childrens-WatchesDon't want to check this manually?
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