Teething Rings Recalled by Empire Silver Due to Choking Hazard
The hazard
The silver ball that holds the ring in place can separate and release the beads inside. This poses a choking and aspiration hazard to infants.
Incidents reported: None reported.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately take the teething rings from infants and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund or replacement.
Contact: For additional information, contact Empire Silver Company at (800) 255-9475 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.empiresilver.com
About this recall
The recalled sterling silver teething rings were sold in three styles: single ring with ball, single ring with heart and ball, and three rings with ball. The hollow ring has small beads inside that make a rattling sound and a ball soldered between the rings.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC