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ChokingJanuary 24, 2012CPSC #12093

Infant Rattles Recalled by Lee Carter Co. Due to Choking Hazard

Brand
Unknown
Product
Toys & Games
Units affected
25,000
Remedy
refund, replacement

What was recalled

The recalled rattles are made out of multi-colored, woven plastic and have a bell inside. They measure about 4 1/2 inches long. "Made in Mexico" and "Lee Carter Company" are printed on a tag on a purple plastic loop at the end of the rattle's handle.

Hazard

The rattle's handle is small enough to fit into a child's throat, posing a choking hazard and violating federal rattle standards.

Injuries

None reported

Made in

Mexico

Where it was sold

  • Various Mexican specialty craft stores nationwide from February 2001 through October 2011 for about $4.

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