Bookspan Recalls Clip-on Baby Books Due to Choking Hazard
Released: Thursday, May 17, 2007 by CPSC
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Bookspan, of Garden City, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 9,500 Baby Buddy Clip-on Books. The metal clip used to attach the book to a stroller or article of clothing can break, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Recall Details
Product
Baby Buddy Clip-on Books
Description
This recall involves Baby Buddy clip-on clothes/stroller books. The 4-inch round book titled "Baby Faces" displays eight babies making faces that correspond with the emotion listed on the page. A wooden bead strap with 10 small beads and four wooden circles is attached to the book. Baby Buddy is one of six books sold in a set.
Hazards
The metal clip used to attach the book to a stroller or article of clothing can break, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents
Bookspan has received one report of a clip breaking when an 8-month-old baby pulled on the toy while attached to a play mat. No injuries were reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled books from children and either discard it or return it to Bookspan. Consumers will receive a full credit on their book club account. Bookspan has directly notified purchasers of the product recall by mail.
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