The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·15207·Announced 2015-08-05

MZB Recalls Children's Watches Due to Risk of Skin Irritation

MZB is recalling about 1.9 million children's watches because the case-back can detach, exposing the interior to water and causing skin irritation or chemical burns.

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 (chemical burns/skin irritation) where injury has been reported but no deaths or serious injuries are documented, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

MZB is recalling approximately 1.9 million children's "Light Up" watches sold in the United States and 58,000 in Canada. The recall involves 303 styles of watches with flexible plastic wristbands in various colors, including pink, green, blue, and navy blue. The watches were sold at Kmart, Kohl's, Walmart, and other retailers nationwide from October 2012 through June 2015 for between $5 and $20.

The case-back of the watches can detach and expose the interior to water, posing a risk of skin irritation, redness, rashes, or chemical burns. MZB has received 11 reports of skin irritations or chemical burns, six of which required medical treatment.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled watches away from children and contact MZB for a refund. MZB can be reached toll-free at (888) 770-7085 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.mzb.com.

The recalled product

Product
MZB Children's "Light Up" Watches
Manufacturer
MZB, of Long Island City, N.Y.
Category
Consumer Product — Children's Watches
Hazard
Affected units
58,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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