CPSC, Reed & Barton Announce Recall of Infant Teething Rings
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2002-01-10 · 02518
Hazards
The area where the teething ring is soldered together contains flux, which can irritate the skin or mouths of young children.
Recall
Number
02518
Date
2002-01-10
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Powerscourt Sterling Teething Rings
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Reed & Barton Corp., of Taunton, Mass.
Retailer(s)
Department stores, jewelry stores and gift shops sold these teething rings, from March 13, 2001 through October 25, 2001, for about $100.
Description
Powerscourt Sterling Teething Rings, model #WX201. The model number is located on a label on the outside of the gift box, along with "Waterford Fine Silver Gifts." The silver teething ring is about 2.5 inches in diameter, and made of two halves that are soldered together at a sterling silver decorative disc. The teething ring is sold as a keepsake, but also could be used as a teething ring. Waterford® Sterling is embossed on the bottom of the teething ring.