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CPSC, Dollar Tree Stores Inc. Announce Recall of Stuffed Pool Animal

Reported: October 10, 2002 Initiated: October 10, 2002 #03011

Product Description

There are eight types of stuffed polyester pool animals involved in this recall: crab, duck, frog, octopus, seahorse, shark, turtle and whale. The brightly colored stuffed animals have a sewn-in label that reads in part, "DOLLAR TREE DISTRIBUTION, INC.," "MADE IN CHINA" and "RN# 87254."

Reason for Recall

The seams can separate, exposing the polyester stuffing and foam beads. The foam beads pose a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should take these stuffed animals away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 310,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Dollar-Tree-Stores-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Stuffed-Pool-Animal

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
There are eight types of stuffed polyester pool animals involved in this recall: crab, duck, frog, octopus, seahorse, shark, turtle and whale. The brightly colored stuffed animals have a sewn-in label that reads in part, "DOLLAR TREE DISTRIBUTION, INC.," "MADE IN CHINA" and "RN# 87254.". Recalled by Dollar Tree Stores Inc., of Chesapeake, Va.. Units affected: About 310,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The seams can separate, exposing the polyester stuffing and foam beads. The foam beads pose a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should take these stuffed animals away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 10, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03011.

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