CPSCApril 18, 2002

CPSC, Hallmark Announce Recall of Harry Potter Key

CPSC, Hallmark Announce Recall of Harry Potter Key Chains

Why was CPSC, Hallmark Announce Recall of Harry Potter Key recalled?

The key chains can leak petroleum distillates, which can pose an ingestion hazard to children.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should take the key chains away from children immediately and contact Hallmark for a full refund. Contact: Consumers may contact Hallmark at (800) 425-5627 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. For more information, consumers can log on to the company's website at www.hallmark.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Harry Potter Magic Potion Bottle key chains
Company
Hallmark Cards Inc., of Kansas City, Mo.
Quantity
About 7,000
Sold at
Hallmark, Hallmark Card, Wal-Mart, grocery, drug, and gift stores nationwide sold the key chains, from October 2001 through November 2001, for about $5.
Recall date
April 18, 2002
Incidents / injuries
CPSC and Hallmark have not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The Harry Potter Magic Potion Bottle key chain is made of styrene and has a "potion bottle" filled with purple-colored mineral oil and red-colored water. The 3-inch tall key chain has a green base and a gold top, and has the letters "HP" printed on the bottle.

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