CPSC Recall in 2013: West Music Recalls Egg-Shaker Toy Instruments Due to Choking and Aspiration Hazards

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 13-150

Date: March 26, 2013

Product Name: Basic Beat BB201 standard egg shaker

Recall Description:

The outer "end cap" that is glued onto the top, smallest part of the Basic Beat egg can come off.

Hazard Description:

The outer "end cap" that is glued onto the top, smallest part of the egg can come off, posing a small part choking or aspiration hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 6,500

Incidents:

West Music has received three reports of ends popping off, with no injuries reported.

Sold At:

West Music stores, West Music Catalog, Westmusic.com, Amazon.com and at West Music booths at summer workshops from July 2012 through October 2012 for about $1.50 each.

Manufactured In:

China