CPSC Recall in 1988: "Royal" Baby Rattles Recalled By Importer

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 88-059

Date: August 03, 1988

Product Name: "Royal" brand super chime rattles

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Full House Manufacturer, Inc., of New York, is voluntarily recalling some 1,440 "Royal" brand super chime rattles because the handles present a choking hazard to infants. The cylinder-shaped rattle is multicolored, about seven inches long, and comes with a ring attached to the handle. The rattle is labeled "Kate Production 1982 Royal." Rattles were sold nationally in discount stores in a blister package labeled "ROYAL MADE IN TAIWAN, ROYAL BABY TOY NO. 2012 TTH" for about $3.00 each. Consumers should take the rattles away from children and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Hazard Description:

The handles of the rattle present a choking hazard to infants.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: Approximately 1,440

Incidents:

Sold At:

Manufactured In:

Taiwan