Toy Maracas Recalled by Tupperware U.S. Due to Choking and Suffocation Hazards
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2009-04-16 · 09195
Hazards
The maracas can break and expose small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children. In addition, the handle poses a suffocation hazard to young children.
Recall
Number
09195
Date
2009-04-16
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Shape-O Toy Maracas
Companies
Retailer(s)
Tupperware's Holiday 2007 and Spring 2008 product catalogs from September 2007 through April 2008 for between $5.50 and $11.
Importer(s)
Tupperware U.S. Inc., of Orlando, Fla.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves blue and red toy maracas with yellow handles. The maracas were used by Tupperware representatives during sales presentations. Cut-outs in the shape of stars, squares and other geometric figures are located inside the maraca.