Kang Sheng Group Recalls Butterfly Push Toy Due to Choking Hazard

Recalled January 25, 2011 · CPSC recall 11108 · Kang Sheng

Hazard

The plastic balls on the butterfly's wings can break, causing small metal balls inside to come free. These metal balls pose choking and aspiration hazards to young children.

Remedy

Replace

Units

About 1,440

Incidents / injuries

None

Description

The recalled toy is plastic. It has a 21-inch long handle hooked like a cane. At the end of the handle is a butterfly with two movable 1 1/2-inch balls in each wing. The toy comes in various colors and makes noise when it moves. The item number L185819 is on a sticker on the package.

What to do

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from young children and return them to the place of purchase or contact Kang Sheng Group to receive a full refund or replacement.

Contact

For additional information, contact Kang Sheng Group toll-free at (877) 485-7285 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET or e-mail the firm at [email protected]

Product

Butterfly Push Toy

Distributed by

Kang Sheng Group, of Lexington, N.C.

Retailers

Flea markets in North Carolina and South Carolina from May 2010 through October 2010 for about $2.

Made in

Hong Kong

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