CPSC, Small World Toys Announce Recall of Sorter Toys
What was recalled
The recalled "Sort & See" sorting box is made of hardwood and comes with eight shaped blocks of various colors. Each block is filled with beads that are visible through plastic windows. The wooden box has a clear plastic top and cutouts on two sides, that correspond with the shapes of the blocks. The words "Ryan's Room" are printed on one side of the sorter box.
Hazard
The plastic windows on the "see-inside" sorting blocks can break, causing the beads inside to be released. This presents a choking hazard to children.
Injuries
Small World has received one report of a sorter block breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Where it was sold
- Toy stores sold the sorters nationwide, from May 2002 through June 2002, for about $20.
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