The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·02141·Announced 2002-04-18

Hallmark Recalls Harry Potter Key Chains Due to Ingestion Hazard

Hallmark is recalling Harry Potter Magic Potion Bottle key chains because they may leak petroleum distillates, posing an ingestion risk to children.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (ingestion of petroleum distillates) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Hallmark Cards Inc. is recalling approximately 7,000 Harry Potter Magic Potion Bottle key chains. The key chains are made of styrene and contain a "potion bottle" filled with purple-colored mineral oil and red-colored water. The product is 3 inches tall with a green base, gold top, and "HP" printed on the bottle.

The recall was initiated because the key chains can leak petroleum distillates, which pose an ingestion hazard to children. CPSC and Hallmark have not received any reports of incidents or injuries; the recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

The key chains were sold at Hallmark, Hallmark Card, Wal-Mart, grocery, drug, and gift stores nationwide from October 2001 through November 2001 for about $5. Consumers should take the key chains away from children immediately and contact Hallmark at (800) 425-5627 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday for a full refund.

The recalled product

Product
Harry Potter Magic Potion Bottle key chains
Manufacturer
Hallmark Cards Inc., of Kansas City, Mo.
Category
Consumer Product — Key Chains
Hazard
Affected units
7,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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