CPSC, Reed & Barton Announce Recall of Infant Teething Rings

Recalled January 10, 2002 · CPSC recall 02518 · Reed & Barton

Hazard

The area where the teething ring is soldered together contains flux, which can irritate the skin or mouths of young children.

Remedy

Consumers should take these teething rings away from children immediately and return the rings to the store where purchased, for a refund. Known purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.

Units

About 200

Incidents / injuries

CPSC and Reed & Barton have not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of health problems related to the handling and ingestion of the flux.

Description

Powerscourt Sterling Teething Rings, model #WX201. The model number is located on a label on the outside of the gift box, along with "Waterford Fine Silver Gifts." The silver teething ring is about 2.5 inches in diameter, and made of two halves that are soldered together at a sterling silver decorative disc. The teething ring is sold as a keepsake, but also could be used as a teething ring. Waterford® Sterling is embossed on the bottom of the teething ring.

What to do

Contact

For more information call Reed & Barton at (800) 822-1824 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's web site at www.reedandbarton.com

Product

Powerscourt Sterling Teething Rings

Manufacturer(s)

Reed & Barton Corp., of Taunton, Mass.

Retailers

Department stores, jewelry stores and gift shops sold these teething rings, from March 13, 2001 through October 25, 2001, for about $100.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →