The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·03165·Announced 2003-07-31

CPSC Recalls Earlyears Bobbie Bear Stacking Rings Due to Choking Hazard

International Playthings Inc. is recalling Earlyears Bobbie Bear Stacking Rings because plastic knobs can detach, posing a choking hazard to young 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 choking hazard for young children, which is a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

International Playthings Inc. is recalling the Earlyears Bobbie Bear Stacking Rings, a toy designed for children ages 6 to 24 months. The recall was initiated because plastic knobs on the rings can detach, creating a choking hazard for young children. The company has received three reports of small parts detaching from the rings, though no injuries have been reported.

The recalled toys feature a blue and orange rounded bottom, two multicolored stacking rings, and an orange plastic bear head topper. They can be spun like a top and make a rattling sound when shaken. The model number E00421 is located on the packaging. Approximately 5,000 units were sold at specialty toy stores nationwide from April 2002 through March 2003 for about $10 each.

Consumers should contact International Playthings at (800) 445-8347 or visit www.intplay.com/recall.htm for instructions on how to return the toy to receive a free replacement item of similar value.

The recalled product

Product
Earlyears Bobbie Bear Stacking Rings
Manufacturer
International Playthings Inc., of Parsippany, N.J.
Category
Consumer Product — Toys
Hazard
Affected units
5,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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