Tupperware U.S · Recalled
Toy Maracas Recalled by Tupperware U.S. Due to Choking and Suffocation Hazards
The maracas can break and expose small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children. In addition, the handle poses a suffocation hazard to young children.
- Units
- About 44,000
- Reports
- 2
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $6–$11
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
This recall involves blue and red toy maracas with yellow handles. The maracas were used by Tupperware representatives during sales presentations. Cut-outs in the shape of stars, squares and other geometric figures are located inside the maraca.
The file
- Sold at
- Tupperware's Holiday 2007 and Spring 2008 product catalogs from September 2007 through April 2008 for between $5.50 and $11.
- Product type
- Toy Musical Instruments
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Tupperware U.S. Inc., of Orlando, Fla.
Incident log
Tupperware has received two reports of maracas breaking. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers and Tupperware sales consultants should immediately stop using the maracas and return them to Tupperware for a refund or gift certificate. Maraca return forms can be accessed at www.tupperware.com
For additional information, contact Tupperware at (888) 887-9273 between 8:30 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.tupperware.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated APR 16 2009; last revised JUN 13 2014.