CPSC Recall in 1989: Chick-In-Egg Squeaker Toy Recalled

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 90-002

Date: October 17, 1989

Product Name: "Chick-in-Egg" squeaker toys

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The Mitchell Import Company, Shawnee Mission, Kansas, is voluntarily recalling approximately 1,700 "Chick-in-Egg" squeaker toys because the head and squeaker may present a potential choking hazard to children. This toy was distributed nationwide beginning in February 1989 for about $1.00. It is an egg-shaped plastic toy about 2 1/2 inches long and comes in various colors. A chick's head is attached to the larger end of the "egg" and a squeaker to the small end. The "egg" is marked "TAIWAN". Neither the Consumer Product Safety Commission nor the Mitchell Import Company is aware of any injuries involving this toy. It is being voluntarily recalled by the firm because it may pose a choking hazard. Consumers should return their "Chick-in-Egg" squeaker toy to the store where they purchased it for a full refund.

Hazard Description:

The head and squeaker may present a potential choking hazard to children.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: Approximately 1,700

Incidents:

Neither the Consumer Product Safety Commission nor the Mitchell Import Company is aware of any injuries involving this toy.

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