CPSC Recall in 1998: CPSC, K?B ToysTM Announce Recall of Bubble BeautiesTM Floating Balls

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), K·B Toys™ of Columbus, Ohio, is recalling about 500 Bubble Beauties™ floating balls. These floating balls contain a petroleum distillate, similar to kerosene, that could be harmful or fatal if ingested. CPSC and K·B Toys™ are not aware of any injuries involving these floating balls. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. Bubble Beauties™ floating balls are clear, 2-inch-wide plastic balls containing another clear plastic ball that holds a small, plastic doll. The dolls have either pink, blue, purple or yellow hair. The liquid around the inner ball contains glitter. Writing on the floating balls include: "Bubble Beauties™...#2801...NOT A THROWING TOY...MADE IN CHINA." K·B Toy™ Stores nationwide sold these floating balls in May 1998 for about $3 to $4. Consumers should immediately take these floating balls away from children, and return them to the store where purchased for a refund. For more information, consumers should call K·B Toys™ at (800) 877-1253 between 8 a.m and 5 p.m EDT Monday through Friday. This is the fourth recall of a children's product since April 1998 that contains petroleum distillates. CPSC has issued guidance to manufacturers, importers, distributors and retailers of liquid-filled consumer products recommending that they not make, sell or distribute products containing harmful liquids which children could access.

These floating balls contain a petroleum distillate, similar to kerosene, that could be harmful or fatal if ingested.

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CPSC and K·B Toys™ are not aware of any injuries involving these floating balls.

K·B Toy™ Stores nationwide sold these floating balls in May 1998 for about $3 to $4.

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