The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·04514·Announced 2003-11-18

Schylling Recalls Bear Jack-In-the-Box Toys Due to Choking Hazard

Schylling Associates Inc. is recalling 300 Bear Jack-In-the-Box toys because a red bead on the crank 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

Schylling Associates Inc. is recalling approximately 300 Bear "Jack-In-the-Box" toys. The multicolor tin toys feature illustrations of bears and play the song "Pop Goes the Weasel" when the crank is turned. A red bead on the crank can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

The toys were sold at specialty stores, gift shops, and book stores nationwide from August 2003 through October 2003 for about $20. "Schylling" is written on the bottom of the toys. Toys with date code stickers on the bottom are not included in the recall.

No injuries have been reported. Consumers should take these toys away from children immediately and call Schylling Associates Inc. at (800) 767-8697 between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.schylling.com for information on receiving a refund or replacement toy.

The recalled product

Product
Bear "Jack-In-the-Box" toy
Manufacturer
Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass.
Category
Consumer Product — Toys
Hazard
Affected units
300

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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