Gemmy Industries Corp. Recalls Flashing Eyeball Toys Due to Chemical Hazard
Released: Thursday, June 07, 2007 by CPSC
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Gemmy Industries Corp., of Coppell, Texas, is voluntarily recalling about 500 Floating Eyeballs Toys. The plastic eyeball contains kerosene, which if broken, presents a chemical hazard to children.
Recall Details
Product
Floating Eyeballs
Description
The product is a plastic flashing eyeball toy filled with liquid. The model numbers of this product are: 27828, 27544 and 06470. The model number is found on the back of the packaging. The writing on the packaging reads, "FLASHING EVIL EYE," and "TRY ME!"
Hazards
The plastic eyeball contains kerosene, which if broken, presents a chemical hazard to children.
Incidents
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers should take these toys away from children immediately, and return the item to the store for a full refund.
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