RECALLS of toys and other kids related items

[Buzzy Mom]

Children�s Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Raw Blue Due to Strangulation Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Hooded Sweatshirts
Units: About 5,740
Distributor: Raw Blue Sportswear, of Moonachie, NJ
Hazard: The sweatshirts have drawstrings through the hood which pose a strangulation hazard to young children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: The Raw Blue hooded sweatshirts were sold in three styles: smack print, kapow print and comic magazine print) and various colors. The sweatshirts have style numbers 7FT5655, 7FT5455, and 7FT5515. Style numbers are printed on the garment�s sales tag.
Sold at: TJ Maxx, Mega Trends, Moonstone Shirts and MP Trading stores nationwide from July 2007 through December 2007 for between $30 and $40.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can return the garment to the place of purchase or Raw Blue Sportswear for a refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Raw Blue Sportwear at (800) 638-1537 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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Children�s Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Request Jeans Due to Strangulation Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Drawstring Hoodies
Units: About 1,200
Manufacturer: Request Jeans, of New York, N.Y.
Hazard: The hoodies have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: This recall involves the short sleeve hoodie (Item number 11188SG) and the Long sleeve hoodie (Item number 11218LG). The short sleeve hoodie has �Request� printed all over and was sold in olive green and light blue. The long sleeve hoodie has a butterfly design on the back of the hoodie and on the chest and was sold in white and olive green.
Sold at: Mass merchandisers and other retail stores nationwide from January 2007 through March 2007 for about $36.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Request Jeans to receive a refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Request Jeans collect at (212) 302-0077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday.

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Children�s Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled By Kids with Character Due to Strangulation Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: BongoCheetah Girls Jackets
Units: About 1,200
Distributor: Kids with Character LLC, of New York, N.Y.
Hazard: The garments have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: The recalled garments are Bongo Cheetah Girls Jackets with style number 8N6003 and RN number 119132 printed on the care label. The jackets were sold in girls sizes 4 through 6X.
Sold at: Marshalls stores nationwide from November 2007 through August 2008 for about $25.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to either Marshall�s retail store or Kids with Character for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Kids with Character collect at (212) 695-6343 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday.

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Baby Appleseed Recalls Cribs Due to Fall Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Davenport Cribs
Units: About 500
Importer: Baby Appleseed, of City of Industry, Calif.
Hazard: The cribs fail to meet the federal safety standards for cribs. The cribs have a two mattress support system. The secondary mattress support, used for the lowest position, does not meet the full 26 inch minimum height in its lowest position, allowing children inside to crawl over the railing, posing a fall hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: The recall includes Davenport crib models that begin with the model numbers 273-xxxx-xxxx and have manufacture dates on or before August 2007 printed on a label located on the right side of the lower inner panel of the crib. The recalled cribs have two mattress support systems-a metal one and a wooden one. Newer Davenport cribs with model numbers beginning with 244-xxxx-xxxx that have one mattress support are not included in the recall.
Sold at: Specialty juvenile product stores nationwide from December 2006 through September 2007 for between $600 and $800.
Manufactured in: Vietnam
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled cribs in the third lowest position, which uses the wooden mattress support, and contact Baby Appleseed to receive a repair kit. Consumers who are currently using the crib with the metal mattress support in the top or middle positions can continue to use the crib in those positions while awaiting a repair kit. (NOTE: Repair Kits will be available from the firm in mid-August 2008)
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Baby Appleseed at (877) 348-2199 anytime, or visit the firm�s Web site at Baby Appleseed Baby Furniture

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Mother Hubbard�s Cupboards Recalls Cribs Due to Fall Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Cribs
Units: About 1,300
Manufacturer: Mother Hubbard�s Cupboards, of Toronto, Canada
Hazard: The cribs fail to meet the federal safety standards. The distance between the mattress support bracket in the lowest position and the top of the side rail in the highest position is less than the required 26 inches, posing a fall hazard to children who climb over the railing.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: The recall includes the following wooden full-size cribs: �Enchantment� (model #210), �Hush a Bye� (model #215), �Once upon a time� (model #320) and �Rock a bye� (model #1900-350). Only date codes from 0306 through 0308 are included in this recall. �Mother Hubbard�s Cupboards�, the model number and date code are printed on a label located on the bottom inside of the right side.
Sold at: Juvenile product stores from March 2006 through March 2008 for between $500 and $650.
Manufactured in: Canada
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the cribs immediately and contact Mother Hubbard�s Cupboards to receive instructions on how to re-install the support brackets to eliminate the hazard.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, please contact Mother Hubbard�s Cupboards toll-free at (888) 661-8201 between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday and between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. ET Friday and Saturday, or visit the firm�s Web site at Mother Hubbard's Cupboards - Quality Furniture For Baby and Teen

Enchantment - Model 210



Hush a Bye - Model 215



Once upon a time - Model 320



Rock a Bye - Model 1900-350

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Fisher-Price Recalls Learning Pots and Pans™ Toys Due to Choking Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Learning Pots & Pans™ Toys
Units: About 15,000
Importer: Fisher-Price, of East Aurora, NY
Hazard: Missing screws in the blue toy pan can cause the clear plastic cover to come loose and release small balls, presenting a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents/Injuries: Fisher-Price has received five reports of the plastic covers detaching and releasing the small balls. No injuries have been reported.
Description: This recall involves Learning Pots and Pans™ toy sets with stackable pots and pans, a lid and shape-sorting blocks. The toys have light and sound features that operate on three AA batteries. Model number G6685 is located on the bottom of the blue pan.
Sold at: Discount department and toy stores nationwide from October 2007 to August 2008 for about $20.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take these recalled toys away from children and examine the bottom of the blue pan. The pan should contain six screws. If all six screws are installed, no further action is necessary. If any screws are missing, the consumer should contact Fisher-Price to arrange for the return of the blue pan for a replacement.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Fisher-Price at (888) 521-0820 anytime, or visit the firm�s Web site at www.service.mattel.com

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August 12, 2008
Alert #08-599
Children’s Board Skirts Recalled By Chelsea & Scott Ltd. Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Sun Smarties™ Children’s Board Skirts
Units: About 600
Manufacturer: Chelsea & Scott Ltd., of Lake Bluff, Ill.
Hazard: The paint on the grommets of the skirts contains an excess level of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: The Sun Smarties™ board skirts are peach microfiber with an embroidered flower accent and back pocket. Item number 13926 HIBI is printed on the care label inside the back of the waistband. The skirts were sold in girls sizes 12 months to 4T. The skirts have six grommets, four on the front of the waistband and two on the back pocket.
Sold Exclusively on: One Step Ahead: the best baby gifts, baby products & baby care essentials! from May 1, 2008 through May 9, 2008 for about $15.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take these skirts away from young children and return them to Chelsea & Scott Ltd to receive a replacement skirt or refund. Consumers will be sent a postage paid envelope from Chelsea & Scott Ltd.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Chelsea & Scott Ltd toll-free at (866) 271-4536 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at One Step Ahead: the best baby gifts, baby products & baby care essentials!. Consumers can also email the firm at customerservice@onestepahead.com

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Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys Recalled by Protocol Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: “Protocol” Remote-Controlled Mini Helicopter Toys
Units: About 78,000
Importer: Ashley Collection Inc., d.b.a. Protocol, of New York, N.Y.
Hazard: The rechargeable battery inside the helicopter can overheat. This can result in the helicopter’s body melting, as well as a risk of fire or burns to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received nine reports of incidents of the helicopter overheating, including one minor burn to a consumer’s fingertip.
Descriptions: This recall involves the “Protocol” remote-controlled mini helicopter toys with model number starting with 1442. The helicopter is made of foam and plastic and measures about 7 inches long. “Protocol” is printed on the tail and on the side of the helicopter. “1442-X” can be found on the packaging. The remote-control component measures 5 1/2 inches by 4 3/4 inches.
Sold at: Retail stores nationwide from October 2007 through December 2007 for between $30 and $50.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact the firm for information on how to receive a replacement helicopter.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Protocol at (800) 261-1193 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET, or visit the company’s Web site at Protocol Design - Live. Work. Play. Right!

Optave Inc. Recalls Action Baby Carriers Due to Fall Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Action Baby Carriers
Units: About 250
Manufacturer: Optave Inc., of Alpena, Mich.
Hazard: The baby carrier’s chest strap can detach from the shoulder straps, posing a fall hazard to the baby.
Incidents/Injuries: Optave Inc. has received two reports of the chest strap detaching from the shoulder straps on the baby carrier. No injuries have been reported.
Description: The recalled carriers were sold under the “Action Baby Carrier” brand name. The carriers are sold in various colors and patterns: blue, brown, green, "so square", "the larrisa" and "spring breeze."
Sold at: Specialty retail stores nationwide and Internet sites from May 2008 through June 2008 for between $80 and $90.
Manufactured in: United States
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the carrier in the positions that require the use of the chest strap and contact Optave to receive free replacement straps.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Optave Inc. at toll-free (888) 666-6459 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at Baby Carrier :: Action Baby Carriers

Circo Children’s Bobbie Socks Recalled Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Circo Rosette Bobbie Socks
Units: About 330,000
Importer: Target, of Minneapolis, Minn.
Hazard: The ribbon on the sock can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents/Injuries: Target has received four reports of the ribbon detaching. No injuries have been reported.
Description: The recall involves girls Circo bobbie socks. The socks were sold in packs of six (pink, purple, plain white and three pairs with a box), ranging in size from 6- to 12-months, 12- to 24-months and 2T to 5T. The socks are packaged in a green and white sleeve with a Circo-brand logo on the front.
Sold exclusively at: Target stores nationwide from January 2007 to July 2008 for about $6.
Manufactured in: Hong Kong
Remedy: Consumers should take these socks away from children and return them to the nearest Target store to receive a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.target.com

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Bonne Bell Recalls Children's Cosmetics Accessory Bags Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Bonne Bell Children’s Cosmetics Accessory Bags
Units: About 945,000
Importer: Bonne Bell Co., of Lakewood, Ohio
Hazard: The metal clasps on the handle of the accessory bags contain excessive levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: The recalled accessory bags are made of plastic and have a zipper and carrying handle. The bags come with an assortment of cosmetic products, which are not part of this recall. The model name and UPC numbers are located on the hangtag. The following recalled model names and UPC numbers are involved in this recall:

SMACKERS Sweet Treats Collection UPC 0 50051 50575 7 SMACKERS Sparkle & Shine Collection UPC 0 50051 50576 4 SMACKERS Glam It Up Collection UPC 0 50051 50577 1 BONNEBELL Natural Neutrals Collection UPC 0 50051 22640 9 BONNEBELL Pretty Pinks Collection UPC 0 50051 22641 6 BONNEBELL Fresh Pinks Collection UPC 0 50051 22642 3 BONNEBELL Glamorous Neutrals Collection UPC 0 50051 22643 0

Sold at: Retail stores nationwide and Bonne Bell’s Web site from September 2007 through August 2008 for about $9.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled accessory bag away from children and contact Bonne Bell for a replacement bag.
Consumer Contact: For more information, consumers can contact Bonne Bell toll-free at (866) 288-8643 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or via email at quality@bonnebell.com, or visit the company’s Web site at www.thebonnebellcompany.com/recall/

Baby Hammocks Recalled by FlagHouse Inc. Due to Fall and Strangulation Hazards

The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Yayita Baby Hammocks
Units: About 100
Distributor: FlagHouse Inc., of Hasbrouck Heights, N.J.
Hazard: The hammock can flip over, posing a serious fall hazard and strangulation hazard to infants who get entrapped in the seat’s restraint straps while upside down.
Incidents/Injuries: FlagHouse has received one report of an incident in which the hammock flipped over entrapping a 7 month old boy in the restraint straps. No injuries have been reported.
Description: The recalled baby hammock is cream-colored canvas and hangs from a wooden pole. The hammock measures about 29 x 43 inches. It has three restraint straps with red buckles and is attached to a cushioned pad for the infant. A mounting fixture, also called a fixing set, is sold with the hammock. “La Siesta” is printed on a tag located below the restraint straps. Model number YABP-1 is printed on a white tag sewn into the hammock’s side seam.
Sold by: FlagHouse Inc.’s catalog, and online at Flaghouse Physical Education Equipment - Sensory Products - Special Populations, and at BJ Wholesale Club’s Web site, BJ's Wholesale Club, from September 2007 through August 2008 for about $90.
Manufactured in: Colombia
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the baby hammock and contact FlagHouse to receive a full refund, or credit toward the purchase of another product.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact FlagHouse at (800) 793-7900 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at Flaghouse Physical Education Equipment - Sensory Products - Special Populations




Hooded Sweaters Recalled by Empress Arts; Children Can Strangle on Drawstrings

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Children’s Hooded Sweaters
Units: About 130
Manufacturer: Empress Arts Ltd., of Monterey Park, Calif.
Hazard: The sweaters have drawstrings through the hood. Children can get entangled in the drawstrings that can catch on playground equipment, fences or tree branches. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstring in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts. From 1985 through June 2008, CPSC received reports of 27 deaths and 70 non-fatal incidents involving the entanglement of children’s clothing drawstrings.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: The cotton knit sweaters are cream colored with a blue stripe at the wrists and waist, a blue ball on the hood, and blue buttons. There is a drawstring through the hood with pom-poms at the ends. The sweaters were sold in children’s size 2T under the brand name “Empress Arts.” “Empress Baby” is sewn into the sweaters tag.
Sold at: Specialty children’s stores nationwide from August 2006 through April 2008 for between $28 and $45.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweaters to eliminate the hazard.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Empress Arts collect at (323) 780-8181 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at Welcome to Empress Arts