Flashing Eyeball Toys Recalled

Date:
June 7, 2007
Category:
Toys & Games
Company/Brand:
Gemmy Industries
The Danger:
The plastic eyeball contains kerosene, which presents a chemical hazard to children if broken.
Description:
This recall involves about 500 plastic flashing eyeball toys filled with liquid. The writing on the packaging reads, "FLASHING EVIL EYE," and "TRY ME!" The model numbers, found on the back of the packaging, include:
  • 27828
  • 27544
  • 06470
Sold At:
Toy and novelty stores during July 2006 for about $3.
What To Do:
Take these toys away from children immediately, and return the item to the store for a full refund. For more information, please contact Gemmy Industries at (800) 231-6879 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit their Web site at www.gemmy.com, or e-mail Davidm@gemmy.com.
For More Information:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml07/07556.html

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