[Recalled] Stuffed Pool Animal — There are eight types of stuffed polyester pool animals involved in this recall… | CPSC 2002-10-10
Authorities recorded a safety problem with this product. The details below come directly from the government recall notice.
Recall details
| Product | Stuffed Pool Animal |
|---|---|
| Category | consumer_product |
| Issuing authority | CPSC |
| Reference | 03011 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 10 October 2002 |
Why it was recalled
According to the CPSC notice, the identified hazard is: There are eight types of stuffed polyester pool animals involved in this recall: crab, duck, frog, octopus, seahorse, shark, turtle and whale. The brightly colored stuffed animals have a sewn-in label that reads in part, "DOLLAR TREE DISTRIBUTION, INC.," "MADE IN CHINA" and "RN# 87254." Hazards: The seams can separate, exposing the polyester stuffing and foam beads. The foam beads pose a choking hazard to young children.
This safety recall concerns consumer_product products distributed in United States and was recorded by CPSC. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Review the official notice to confirm whether your unit is affected.
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