CPSC, Russ Berrie & Co. Inc. Announce Recall of Rattles

Recalled March 22, 2000 · CPSC recall 00082 · Russ Berrie &

Precious Keepsakes™ silver-plated "New Baby" rattle

Hazard

The shape and size of the rattle's handle allow it to become lodged in the throats of babies, posing a choking hazard. The rattles violate the Federal Hazardous Substances Act for the design and construction of baby rattles.

Remedy

Consumers should take these rattles away from babies immediately, and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund.

Units

About 13,400

Incidents / injuries

CPSC and Russ Berrie are not aware of any incidents or injuries involving these rattles.

Description

The Precious Keepsakes™ silver-plated "New Baby" rattle is 6 inches long and consists of a spinning ball on top of an ornate handle, which includes a small bear and a bow. The rattle was sold as item number 10399. The item number appears on the product packaging. A silver tag attached to the rattle with a ribbon reads "NEW BABY."

What to do

Consumers should take these rattles away from babies immediately, and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund.

Contact

For more information, contact Russ Berrie & Co. at (800) 272-7877 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or write to Russ Berrie & Co. Inc., Attn: Customer Service Dept., 111 Bauer Drive, Oakland, NJ 07436.

Product

Precious Keepsakes™ silver-plated "New Baby" rattle

Manufacturer(s)

Russ Berrie & Co. Inc., of Oakland, N.J

Retailers

Specialty and drug stores, and flower and gift shops nationwide sold these rattles, from November 1998 through December 1999, for about $14.

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