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U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionRecalled 1998-12-03

Plastic Toy Storage Chests Recalled by IRIS U.S.A.

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  • Brand IRIS U.S.A.
  • Brand Target

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What happened

Plastic Toy Storage Chests Recalled by IRIS U.S.A.

IRIS U.S.A. Inc. is recalling approximately 100,000 plastic storage chests sold nationwide since January 1996 for about $25 at retailers including Target. The chests, which come in clear plastic with either red or blue lids, were marketed for toy storage and are available in three models: Model #WT-80 (19.75" x 21.875" x 18.75"), Model #WT-120 (19.25" x 30.75" x 18.75"), and Model #WT-175 (19.25" x 30.75" x 28.25"). The chests lack a lid-support device, do not have adequate ventilation when closed, and have latches that secure the lids, creating an entrapment and suffocation hazard for children. The CPSC and IRIS U.S.A. are not aware of any injuries from these chests.

Consumers should immediately prevent children from accessing these chests and stop using them for toy storage. According to the record, consumers in households with young children can return the chests to the store where purchased for a refund. For more information, consumers should call IRIS U.S.A. toll-free at (800) 320-4747 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CST Monday through Friday, or contact the CPSC Consumer Hotline at (800) 638-2772.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

Entrapment Suffocation

Details from the source

Plastic Toy Storage Chests Recalled by IRIS U.S.A. NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 3, 1998 Release # 99-032 Company Phone Number: (800) 320-4747 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Nychelle Fleming, (301) 504-7063 CPSC, IRIS U.S.A. Announce Recall of Plastic Toy Storage Chests WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), IRIS U.S.A. Inc., of Pleasant Prairie, Wis., is recalling about 100,000 plastic chests. These chests, that were originally marketed for the storage of toys, lack a lid-support device, do not have adequate ventilation when the lid is closed and have latches that secure the lids. Children could be entrapped and suffocate inside the chests. CPSC and IRIS U.S.A. are not aware of any injuries involving these chests. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. These clear, plastic chests have either red or blue lids, and were sold under three model numbers: Model #WT-80 is 19.75 inches long, 21.875 inches wide and 18.75 inches high. Model #WT-120 is 19.25 inches long, 30.75 inches wide and 18.75 inches high. Model #WT-175 is 19.25 inches long, 30.75 inches wide and 28.25 inches high. The model numbers are listed on the instruction sheet and on the label. The labels also show the chest being used for the storage of toys, and contain the warning, "CAUTION: Do Not Sit On Lid. Do Not Climb In Trunk." Retail and department stores, such as Target, sold these chests nationwide since January 1996 for about $25. Consumers should immediately prevent children from having access to these chests, and stop using them for toy storage. Consumers in households with young children can return the chests to the store where purchased for a refund. For more information, consumers should call IRIS U.S.A. toll-free at (800) 320-4747 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CST Monday through Friday. These chests now being sold have labels showing the chests being used for the storage of items other than toys, and the statement "WARNING: SUFFOCATION HAZARD. NOT FOR USE BY CHILDREN."

Source

Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗

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