CPSCDecember 19, 2006

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. Recalls Christmas Mug Gift Sets

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. Recalls Christmas Mug Gift Sets

Why was Wal-Mart Stores Inc. Recalls Christmas Mug Gift Sets recalled?

The buttons could detach from the plush characters sold with the mug gift sets, posing a choking hazard to young children.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately take the plush character away from small children and return it to their nearest Wal-Mart for a full refund. Contact: Call Wal-Mart toll free at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or visit www.walmartstores.com for more information.

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 lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

UPC: 047475454198, 047475454297, 047475454396

Product
Holiday Time™ Christmas Mug Gift Sets
Company
Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
Quantity
About 70,300 units
Sold at
Wal-Mart stores nationwide from October 2006 through December 2006 for about $5.
Recall date
December 19, 2006
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The gift sets include a decorated ceramic mug and a stuffed Santa, snowman, or reindeer. The stuffed characters measure 7 inches tall and are made of fleece-like material. Two red and green buttons are sewn down the front of the characters. "©DanDee™ COLLECTOR'S CHOICE®" and the product's UPC number are printed on the character's sewn-in labels. UPC numbers are as follows: Santa 0 47475 45419 8, Snowman 0 47475 45429 7, Reindeer 0 47475 45439 6. "Holiday Time™" is printed on the character's hang tag. The mug comes in three designs and measures 6 inches tall. The designs include a Santa with green background, a snowman with blue background, and a Christmas tree with green background.

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