CPSC Recall in 1988: Toys-R-Us Recalling Toy Stationery Sets

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 88-057

Date: July 26, 1988

Product Name: Toy Stationery Sets

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, DC - Toys-R-Us of Paramus, New Jersey, is voluntarily recalling some 6,000 toy stationery sets because a razor blade cutting knife in the set may pose a potential laceration hazard to young children. Imported from Taiwan, the toy stationery set was sold in Toys-R-Us stores between October and December 1987 for $7.99. The outer cardboard package was labeled "Submarine Stationery Set, Lucky Star Enterprise Taipei, Taiwan, #51073, - SKN012440 Recommended for ages 6 and up." Constructed of plastic in the shape of submarine measuring seven inches long and four inches wide, the stationary set contains drawers and attachments which house a tape dispenser, pencil sharpener, scissors and razor blade cutting knife. Consumers having the stationery set should take the toy away from children, then return it to the nearest Toys-R-Us store for a full refund of the purchase price.  

Hazard Description:

A razor blade cutting knife in the stationary set may pose a potential laceration hazard to young children.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: Approximately 6,000

Incidents:

Sold At:

Imported from Taiwan, the toy stationery set was sold in Toys-R-Us stores between October and December 1987 for $7.99.

Manufactured In:

Taiwan