Gerber Recalls Flip Fingers Rattles Due to Choking Hazard

Plain-English summary

Gerber Products Co. is voluntarily recalling approximately 60,000 Flip Fingers Rattles in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall involves rattles with red, U-shaped handles embossed with the word "Gerber" and yellow spherical ends holding multi-colored spinning parts. Rattles with green handles are not included in this recall.

The spherical end-caps of the affected rattles may separate, releasing small parts such as spinning pieces and noise-making beads. These small parts present a choking and inhalation hazard to young children. Gerber received five reports of the rattles breaking, but neither Gerber nor the CPSC has received any reports of injuries. The recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.

The rattles were sold nationwide at grocery stores and a few specialty stores from May 1996 through September 1996 for about $1.40. They came in clear plastic packages on a blue card labeled in part, "Gerber Flip Fingers Rattle ... number 76250." Consumers should take the rattles away from children immediately and call Gerber at (800) 4-GERBER to receive mailing materials and instructions for returning the product for a refund.

The recalled product

Product

Gerber Flip Fingers Rattles

Manufacturer

Gerber

Category

Consumer Product — Baby Toys

Hazard

• choking
• inhalation

Distribution

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