| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE |
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| June 6, 1988 |
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| Release # 88-035 |
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Toycraft Recalls Stuffed Bear
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer
Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Toycraft Industries of
Brooklyn, New York is voluntarily recalling a stuffed teddy bear.
The eyes and nose come off the bear and are small parts which
present a serious choking hazard. A 2 year old child died
of asphyxiation when the plastic nose from the teddy bear lodged
at the base of her larynx.
The teddy bears are 26 inches tall and 9 inches wide across
the chest and come in assorted colors. A sewn-in tag on the
bears identifies the manufacturer as "Toycraft Industries, Inc.,
Brooklyn, New York," and further states, "Stuffed Toys for Tots
and Teens."
Consumers should take the bear away from young children.
A full refund will be offered at the store where the bear was
purchased. Approximately 9,000 of the bears were sold during
this past year for around $6.00.
Anyone wishing additional information may call Toycraft at
(718) 788-2900.
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