CPSC Recall in 2007: Gemmy Industries Corp. Recalls Flashing Eyeball Toys Due to Chemical Hazard

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 07-556

Date: June 06, 2007

Product Name: Floating Eyeballs

Recall Description:

In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Gemmy Industries Corp., of Coppell, Texas, is voluntarily recalling about 500 Floating Eyeballs Toys. The plastic eyeball contains kerosene, which if broken, presents a chemical hazard to children.Name of Product: Floating EyeballsUnits: About 500Manufacturer: Gemmy Industries Corp., of Coppell, TexasHazard: The plastic eyeball contains kerosene, which if broken, presents a chemical hazard to children.Incidents/Injuries: None reported.Description: The product is a plastic flashing eyeball toy filled with liquid. The model numbers of this product are: 27828, 27544 and 06470. The model number is found on the back of the packaging. The writing on the packaging reads, "FLASHING EVIL EYE," and "TRY ME!"Sold at: Toy and novelty stores during July 2006 for about $3.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should take these toys away from children immediately, and return the item to the store for a full refund.Consumer Contact: For additional information, please contact Gemmy Industries at (800) 231-6879 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's website at www.gemmy.com, or e-mail the firm at Davidm@gemmy.com.

Hazard Description:

The plastic eyeball contains kerosene, which if broken, presents a chemical hazard to children.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 500

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Toy and novelty stores during July 2006 for about $3.

Manufactured In:

China