MZB Recalls Children's Watches Due to Risk of Skin Irritation
What's being recalled
MZB Children's "Light Up" Watches
Units: About 1.9 million (in addition, 58,000 were sold in Canada)
This recall involves 303 styles of "Light Up" watches that are identified by style number. A complete list of the serial numbers is listed on the firm's website http://www.regcen.com. The watches have a flexible plastic wristband sold in multiple colors including pink, pink with white snowflakes, green, blue and navy blue. "MZB" and the style number are printed on the case-back of the watches.
The problem, in CPSC's words
The case-back of the watch can detach and expose the interior to water, posing a risk of skin irritation, redness, rashes or chemical burns.
Incidents and injuries reported to CPSC
The firm has received 11 reports of skin irritations or chemical burns. Six of these consumers have required medical treatment.
What CPSC says to do
Refund
Consumers should immediately take the recalled watches away from children and contact MZB for a refund.
How to contact the company
MZB toll free at (888) 770-7085 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.mzb.com and click on Product Safety Notice tab at the top of the homepage for more information.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice 15207, cpsc.gov. Text in quotes is from CPSC. Photos: CPSC.