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CPSCRecalled Jan 10, 2002 · #02518

CPSC, Reed & Barton Announce Recall of Infant Teething Rings

Hazard

The area where the teething ring is soldered together contains flux, which can irritate the skin or mouths of young children.

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Description

Powerscourt Sterling Teething Rings, model #WX201. The model number is located on a label on the outside of the gift box, along with "Waterford Fine Silver Gifts." The silver teething ring is about 2.5 inches in diameter, and made of two halves that are soldered together at a sterling silver decorative disc. The teething ring is sold as a keepsake, but also could be used as a teething ring. Waterford® Sterling is embossed on the bottom of the teething ring.

Product details

Product
Powerscourt Sterling Teething Rings
Type
Teething Items
Manufacturer
Reed & Barton Corp., of Taunton, Mass.
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Department stores, jewelry stores and gift shops sold these teething rings, from March 13, 2001 through October 25, 2001, for about $100.

What you should do

Consumers should take these teething rings away from children immediately and return the rings to the store where purchased, for a refund. Known purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.

View the official CPSC notice