Light-Up Magic Wands recalled over choking hazard

Recall date

December 19, 2019

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Toysmith Recalls Light-Up Magic Wands Due to Choking and Ingestion Hazards

Recall number

20045

Sold / distributed

Carter's stores and various toy, grocery, hobby and gift retailers nationwide from June 2018 through October 2019 for about $5.

Why it was recalled

The battery cover can detach and expose the button-cell batteries, posing choking and ingestion hazards to young children.

What was recalled

This recall includes a fuchsia colored Light-Up Magic Wand topped with a star that flashes and makes noise. The recalled wands have a manufacturing date code printed in white on the bottom portion of the wand. Only magic wands with date codes between March 2018 (3/18/373) and June 2019 (6/19/373) are included in the recall. The UPC code 085761220034 can be found on the hangtag.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled magic wands, place them out of the reach of children and return them to store where purchased for a refund.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.