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CPSCRecalled Nov 6, 2007 · #08065

Swimways Corp. Recalls "Skippy" Pool Toys Due to Laceration Hazard

Hazard

The elastic tongue of the fish can break and forcefully come out and cut the users' hands during launching of the toy.

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Description

This recall involves a rubber pool toy shaped like a fish. The fish are blue, purple or green colored and measure 8 ½ inches long by 5 inches wide. A loop of elastic tubing shaped like a tongue comes out of the mouth of the fish and is used for launching the fish across the water like a slingshot. "WARNING. Do not aim at another person. Made in China" is printed on the bottom of the fish.

Product details

Product
Skippy Pool Toys
Type
Swimming Pool Items
Manufacturer
Swimways Corp., of Virginia Beach, Va.
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Mass merchandisers and independent pool supply stores nationwide from February 2007 through September 2007 for about $10.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should take the toy away from children immediately and contact Swimways for a free replacement toy.

View the official CPSC notice