Toy Maker Recalls Wooden “Shaker” Toy Due to Risk of Injury
Toy maker Woodstock Percussion, Inc., which makes a “Gripper Shaker” musical instrument toy, has issued a recall, along with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Health Canada. The toy has been recalled because its handle can fall off, leaving sharp edges that may cut or scratch a child. In addition, once the handle is gone, the toy’s rubber plug is exposed. Both the plug and the small metal balls that the plug keeps in place can also pose a choking hazard to small children.
The Gripper Shaker toys are about 5.5 inches long and are colored either blue or green. They consist of a plastic oval-shaped top and a round handle. The toy makes a castanet-like noise when the handle is held and the toy is shaken. The toys were sold via mail-order catalogue, online, and in stores from August 2010 and March 2011 for approximately $5.00 apiece.
Woodstock Percussion issued the recall after hearing from one parent that the handles of two of the toys had come off. So far, the company has not heard of any injuries. The toys can be returned for a $7.00 refund by visiting www.woodstockpercussion.com, calling the company at (866) 543-2848, or sending an email to safety@chimes.net.
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