CPSCOctober 17, 2007

Dunkin' Donuts Glow Sticks recall: Choking and Strangulation Hazards

Dunkin' Donuts Recalls Glow Sticks Due to Choking and Strangulation Hazards

Why was Dunkin' Donuts Glow Sticks recalled?

The recalled glow sticks are not properly labeled to warn consumers that the cap and lanyard can detach, posing a choking hazard. Additionally, the lanyard poses a strangulation hazard to young children.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately take the recalled glow sticks away from young children and return them to any Dunkin' Donuts for a free donut. Contact: For additional information, contact Dunkin' Donuts at (800) 859-5339 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.DunkinDonuts.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
Pink and Orange Glow Sticks (free giveaway with donuts)
Company
Dunkin' Donuts LLC, of Canton, Mass.
Quantity
About 1 million
Sold at
Dunkin' Donuts stores nationwide from September 2007 through October 2007. They were a free giveaway with the purchase of donuts.
Recall date
October 17, 2007
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The pink and orange glow sticks were given away free with purchases of donuts.

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