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ChokingFebruary 7, 2008CPSC #08188

West Music Recalls Egg-Shaker Toy Instruments Due to Choking and Aspiration Hazards

Product
Toys & Games
Units affected
5,500
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

This recall involves clear, plastic egg-shaped instruments with various color beads inside. The beads inside the shaker instrument come in five colors: red, white, green, dark blue and aqua. "Basic Beat" and "Jumbo Egg Crystal" is printed on a label attached to the plastic bag packaging. Model numbers "BB5102" and "202212" are printed on the side of the label.

Hazard

The end cap can detach from the egg shaker and allow the small beads to spill out, posing choking/aspiration hazards to young children.

Injuries

West Music has received a report of the end cap detaching. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

Thailand

Where it was sold

  • West Music stores in Iowa and Illinois, West Music catalog, www.westmusic.com and at West Music exhibit booths nationwide from October 2006 through December 2007 for about $2.

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Recalled Egg Shaker Toys
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