All articles tagged with #choking hazard
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued an urgent warning about fake Labubu dolls, which pose serious choking and safety risks to children due to poor manufacturing and small parts that can be ingested or cause suffocation. Consumers are advised to buy only authentic Labubu products and to be vigilant for signs of counterfeit items, such as lack of holographic stickers, QR codes, UV stamps, and differences in appearance.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued an urgent warning about fake Labubu plush dolls, which pose serious choking risks to children due to their small size and potential to break apart, urging consumers to avoid purchasing these illegal and dangerous products and to buy only from reputable sources.
Nearly 400,000 Frigidaire side-by-side refrigerators with slim ice buckets are being recalled due to a plastic component that can break, posing a choking and laceration hazard. The recall affects units sold in the United States and Canada from November 2015 to September 2019. Consumers are advised to stop using the ice makers and contact Electrolux Group for a free replacement ice bucket assembly component.
Fisher-Price has issued a recall for the Thomas & Friends Wooden Railway Troublesome Truck & Crates and Troublesome Truck & Paint due to potential choking and magnet ingestion hazards. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) advises consumers to stop using the recalled products and contact Fisher-Price for a refund or replacement.
Little Sleepies is recalling its Sleepyhead Loveys and Bandana Bibs due to a choking hazard. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is urging consumers to stop using the products and to contact Little Sleepies for a refund. The CPSC works to protect the public from unreasonable risks associated with consumer products and has contributed to a decline in consumer product-related injuries over the past 50 years.
A 7-year-old girl in Tennessee tragically died after suffocating on a Mylar balloon she had popped, prompting her mother to issue a warning about the potential dangers of large helium-filled balloons. The mother, Channa Kelly, was unaware of the risks associated with these balloons and hopes that sharing her story will prevent similar tragedies from occurring. It is unclear whether the cause of death was helium poisoning or suffocation. The girl, Alexandra Hope Kelly, was described as a curious and creative child who loved arts and crafts. A GoFundMe has been set up to help with funeral expenses.
Two candy makers, Cocco Candy and Candy Dynamics, are recalling their products sold nationwide due to a choking hazard. The recall was prompted by the death of a seven-year-old girl who choked on a Cocco Candy Rolling Candy ball. The candies contain rolling balls that can detach and become trapped in a child's throat. Parents and caretakers are urged to take the candy away from children and contact the companies for a refund. This is one of 15 products recalled this year for being choking hazards for children.
Over 70 million rolling candies made by two different manufacturers have been recalled after a 7-year-old girl in New York choked to death. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recalls, which include Slime Licker Sour Rolling Liquid Candy from Candy Dynamics and Rolling Candy from Cocco Candy. The candies dispense flavored liquid through a rolling ball that can become dislodged and pose a choking hazard to children. Consumers are advised to keep the candies away from children and contact the manufacturers for a refund.
Two candy makers, Cocco Candy and Candy Dynamics, are recalling their rolling candy products sold nationwide due to a choking hazard. The recall comes after a seven-year-old girl died from choking on a Cocco Candy Rolling Candy ball. Parents and caretakers are urged to take the candy away from children and contact the companies for a refund. The recalled candies include Cocco Candy Rolling Candy and Slime Licker Sour Rolling Liquid Candy.
Kraft Heinz is voluntarily recalling approximately 83,800 cases of Kraft Singles American cheese due to a problem with the wrapping machines, which caused the plastic film to remain on the slices even after the wrapper had been removed. Several customers complained about finding plastic film stuck to their cheese slices, with some experiencing gagging or choking. Although no serious health issues or injuries have been reported, Kraft Heinz is recalling the affected products as a precaution. Consumers are advised to check their Kraft Singles packages and return them to the store for an exchange or refund.
Kraft Heinz is voluntarily recalling approximately 83,800 cases of individually-wrapped Kraft Singles American processed cheese slices due to a wrapping machine problem that may leave a thin strip of plastic film on the cheese. There have been six customer complaints of choking or gagging. The recall includes two sets of products with specific UPC codes and "Best When Used By" dates. Consumers are advised not to consume the affected products and to return them for an exchange or refund. Swallowing small pieces of plastic wrappers is generally harmless, but larger pieces can cause obstruction and may leech harmful chemicals into the body. Kraft Heinz has fixed the faulty machine and inspected others, but caution is still advised.
Kraft Heinz is recalling over 83,000 cases of individually-wrapped Kraft Singles American processed cheese slices due to a potential choking hazard. The recall was initiated after the company received consumer complaints about a thin strip of film sticking to the slice, causing gagging or choking in some cases. No injuries or serious health issues have been reported. Consumers are advised not to consume the affected products and can return them for an exchange or refund.
Kraft Heinz is recalling approximately 83,800 cases of processed cheese slices due to a temporary issue with a wrapping machine, which caused thin strips of plastic film to remain on the cheese. Customers complained of gagging and choking on the cheese. The company fixed the faulty machine and there were no injuries or deaths reported. The recall affects specific shipments of 16-ounce Kraft Singles American Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product with a use-by date of Jan. 10 through Jan. 27. Customers can contact Kraft Heinz for reimbursement.
Kraft Heinz is recalling 83,000 cases of Kraft Singles cheese slices due to a potential choking hazard caused by a strip of plastic film that could be left clinging to the cheese after unwrapping. The company has identified and fixed the issue with the wrapping machine but is recalling the affected products as a precaution. Consumers are advised to return the cheese for a refund or exchange.
Kraft Heinz is recalling over 83,000 cases of Kraft Singles American processed cheese slices due to a potential choking hazard. The company discovered that the wrapper on the individual slices could stick to the cheese, posing a risk to consumers. The recall was initiated after several consumer complaints and reports of choking or gagging. Consumers are advised to either discard the affected products or return them to the store for a refund or exchange.