Snap Beads Recalled by Edushape Due to Choking Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2009-12-08 · 10709
Hazards
The tip of the snap bead peg may break off under repetitive pressure, posing a choking hazard to small children.
Recall
Number
10709
Date
2009-12-08
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Snap Beads
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Xiamen Xinlu Machinery Co., Ltd., China
Retailer(s)
Various retail stores and online from July 2009 to September 2009 for about $20.
Distributor(s)
Edushape Ltd., of Deer Park, N.Y.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The recalled product is multicolor and textured soft plastic beads that are designed to connect to one another. The beads are packaged in a 6" x 6" x 8" clear plastic jar with a photo of a child playing with the beads on the label. The word "Edushape" is written on the label in green and red.