BabySwede LLC Recalls BABYBJÖRN® Feeding Spoons Due to Choking Hazard
Recalled December 21, 2006 · CPSC recall 07066 · BabySwede
Hazard
After extended use, the soft plastic tip on the feeding spoon can loosen and break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled feeding spoons and contact BabySwede LLC to receive a refund or replacement spoons.
Units
About 33,000
Incidents / injuries
No incidents have been reported in the United States. BabySwede has received 11 reports of the plastic loosening on the spoons in other countries. No injuries have been reported.
Description
The recalled feeding spoons were sold under the brand name "BABYBJÖRN," which is printed along the front side of the spoon's handle. The spoons were sold in one package containing two spoons. The spoons are about 6-1/2 inches in length, with a soft, flexible plastic tip sold in two color combinations: blue/red or green/yellow.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled feeding spoons and contact BabySwede LLC to receive a refund or replacement spoons.
Contact
For more information, contact BabySwede LLC toll-free at (866) 424-0200 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.babyswede.com
Product
BABYBJÖRN® Feeding Spoons
Imported by
BabySwede LLC, of Cleveland, Ohio
Retailers
Specialty juvenile product stores, catalogs and Internet sites from January 2001 through November 2006 for about $9.
Made in
Sweden
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →