High risk Recalled February 7, 2008 About 5,500 units Updated May 23, 2014

West Music Recalls Egg-Shaker Toy Instruments Due to Choking and Aspiration Hazards

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The hazard

The end cap can detach from the egg shaker and allow the small beads to spill out, posing choking/aspiration hazards to young children.

Incidents reported: West Music has received a report of the end cap detaching. No injuries have been reported.

What to do now

Consumers should immediately take the recalled egg shakers from young children and contact West Music for a free replacement product.

Contact: For additional information, contact West Music at (800) 397-9378 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or e-mail the firm at rcousins@westmusic.com

About this recall

This recall involves clear, plastic egg-shaped instruments with various color beads inside. The beads inside the shaker instrument come in five colors: red, white, green, dark blue and aqua. "Basic Beat" and "Jumbo Egg Crystal" is printed on a label attached to the plastic bag packaging. Model numbers "BB5102" and "202212" are printed on the side of the label.

Product photos

Recalled Egg Shaker Toys
Recalled Egg Shaker Toys

Photos: U.S. CPSC