Playtex Recalls Children's Plates and Bowls Due to Choking Hazard
USPlaytex Recalls Children's Plates and Bowls Due to Choking Hazard
Motivo del Retiro / Peligro
TranslatedThe clear plastic layer over the graphics can peel or bubble from the surface of the plates and bowls, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Descripción del Producto e Identificación
TranslatedThis recall involves Playtex plates and bowls for children. The plates have various printed designs including cars, construction scenes, giraffes, princesses, superheroes and more. The white polypropylene plates and bowls also have a colored rim on top and a non-slip bottom. Playtex is written on the bottom of the plates and bowls. The plates and bowls were sold separately and together as sets. A Mealtime set is comprised of a plate, a bowl, two utensils and a cup.
Productos Afectados
TranslatedChildren's Playtex plates and bowls
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Playtex-Recalls-Childrens-Plates-and-Bowls |
| Title | Playtex Recalls Children's Plates and Bowls Due to Choking Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Construct pack out of pack.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Playtex construction plate |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Construction bowl out of pack.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Playtex construction bowl |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Princess Bowl out of pack.jpg |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Playtex princess bowl |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Princess Plate out of pack.jpg |
| Images › 4 › Caption | Playtex plate |
| Images › 5 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/06737_Mealtime Set Construction .jpg |
| Images › 5 › Caption | Playtex Mealtime set construction |
| Hazards › Name | The clear plastic layer over the graphics can peel or bubble from the surface of the plates and bowls, posing a choking hazard to young children. |
| Injuries › Name | Playtex has received 372 reports of the clear plastic layer over the graphics bubbling or peeling. The firm has received 11 reports of pieces of the detached clear plastic found in children's mouths, including four reports of choking on a piece of the clear plastic layer. |
| Products › Name | Children's Playtex plates and bowls |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 3.6 million (in addition, about 1.9 million were sold in Canada) |
| Recall I D | 8149 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled plates and bowls and take them away from young children. Consumers should contact Playtex for a full refund. |
| Retailers › Name | Babies"R"Us, Target, Walmart, and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from October 2009 through August 2017 for about $2.50 for a single plate or bowl and $15 for a Mealtime set. |
| Recall Date | 2017-10-03T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves Playtex plates and bowls for children. The plates have various printed designs including cars, construction scenes, giraffes, princesses, superheroes and more. The white polypropylene plates and bowls also have a colored rim on top and a non-slip bottom. Playtex is written on the bottom of the plates and bowls. The plates and bowls were sold separately and together as sets. A Mealtime set is comprised of a plate, a bowl, two utensils and a cup. |
| Distributors › Name | Playtex Products, LLC, of Shelton, Conn. |
| Recall Number | 18001 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Refund |
| Inconjunctions › U R L | http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2017/64530r-eng.php |
| Consumer Contact | Playtex toll-free at 888-220-2075 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.playtexproducts.com and click on “Recall” for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2017-10-03T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Playtex Recalls Children's Plates and Bowls Due to Choking Hazard?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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