CPSCApril 6, 2010

Gund to Replace Baby Books recall: Choking Hazard

Gund Recalls to Replace Baby Books Due to Choking Hazard

Why was Gund to Replace Baby Books recalled?

The foam used to fill the book binding can detach, posing a choking/aspiration hazard to infants and young children.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately take the books away from young children and contact Gund for a free replacement product. Contact: For additional information, contact Gund at (800) 436-3726 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.gund.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
Gund Baby Paperboard Books
Company
Gund, of Edison, N.J.
Quantity
About 15,100 in the United States and 865 in Canada
Sold at
Gift and specialty stores nationwide from January 2009 through March 2010 for about $8 and $20 for the set.
Recall date
April 6, 2010
Incidents / injuries
Gund has received three reports of children mouthing the foam that detached from the books. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves three miniature children's paperboard books with plastic handles designed as baby rattles. They include "Animals" (item number 059174), "Numbers" (item number 059175) and "Colors" (item number 059176). The books were also sold as a three-book set (item number 059173). The name "Gund" and the item number are located on the back of the books. The books measure 4 1/2 inches by 7 inches.

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