Water-absorbing Easter and Dino toys
Published April 13, 2017
Summary
CPSC records recall 17133, published April 13, 2017. Reported units: About 560,000.
What's the hazard
If the small toy is ingested, it can expand inside a child's body and cause intestinal obstructions, resulting in severe discomfort, vomiting, dehydration and could be life threatening. Surgery is required to remove the toy from the body, if ingested. Medical professionals and parents should be aware that there is a possibility that the toys might not show up on an x-ray.
What to do
Consumers should immediately take this recalled toy away from children and return it to any Target store for a full refund.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn.
- Distributor
- Target stores nationwide from February 2017 through March 2017 for about $1.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Water-absorbing Easter and Dino toys recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 17133 on April 13, 2017. Reported hazard: If the small toy is ingested, it can expand inside a child's body and cause intestinal obstructions, resulting in severe discomfort, vomiting, dehydration and could be life threatening. Surgery is required to remove the toy from the body, if ingested. Medical professionals and parents should be aware that there is a possibility that the toys might not show up on an x-ray.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately take this recalled toy away from children and return it to any Target store for a full refund.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn..