CPSC2018-12-19
Manhattan Toy Recalls Children's Books Due to Choking Hazard
The Manhattan Toy Company LLC, of Minneapolis, Minn.
Hazard
A metal grommet used to attach a fabric flap to a page in the book can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled books away from children, stop using them and return it to the place of purchase or contact Manhattan Toy for a full refund.
Sold at
Independent specialty retailers nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Buybuybaby.com, Manhattantoy.com and other websites from March 2017 through July 2018 for about $18.
Affected count
About 1,180 (in addition, about 20 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
Manhattan Toy has received one report of the metal grommet detaching from the page. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Children's soft books
Consumer contact
Manhattan Toy at 800-541-1345 Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT and Friday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. CT or online at www.manhattantoy.com and click on “Recalls” for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Manhattan-Toy-Recalls-Childrens-Books-Due-to-Choking-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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