Mini Stars Building Sets Recalled by Edushape Due to Choking Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2011-07-07 · 11272
Hazards
Plastic knobs can break from the center of the stars, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Recall
Number
11272
Date
2011-07-07
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Mini Stars building sets
Remedies
Options
Replace
Companies
Retailer(s)
Small retail stores nationwide, online at Toys R Us.com, Amazon.com and CSN on walmart.com from January 2007 through December 2009 for between $10 and $50.
Distributor(s)
Edushape Ltd., of Deer Park, N.Y.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves Mini Stars building sets. The Mini Stars measure three inches in diameter and are made of opaque plastic. Each star has six circular knobs protruding from a ring-shaped center. Edushape only makes Mini Stars in red, green, yellow or blue colors which are included in this recall. The Mini Stars do not have any markings, codes or logos stamped into the plastic. They were sold in sets of 12, 24, 36, 48 and 72 pieces.