CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

Choking
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • February 27, 2003

CPSC, The Betesh Group Announce Recall of "Busy Bug" Plush Toys

The recalled toy is a small plush bug with two springy black antennae with orange round fabric ends. The bug has a blue stuffed round face with a red musical nose that blinks when pressed. The body of the bug is segmented in various colors and patterns. Striped elastic legs are attached to the body along with crinkly, iridescent wings. "Smart Scents," and "Made In China" are printed on a label on the side of the bug. The UPC code 778267862920 is on the packaging.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should take the plush toys away from young children and return to the place of purchase or mail the toy to The Betesh Group at One East 33rd Street, New York, NY 10016, Att: Consumer Relations, to receive a refund, including postage.

Contact Information

For additional information, contact Betesh toll free at (800) 929-4666.

Recall Details

Sold At
Discount department stores sold these recalled toys, from August 2002 through January 2003, for about $7.
Injuries
CPSC and The Betesh Group have received two reports of children gagging on the fabric antennae ends that separated from the toy.
Manufacturer
Betesh Group
Recall Number
03086

Product Information

Product Name
Smart Scents Busy Bug Plush toys
Product Type
Toy Animals Stuffed/Not Stuffed
Manufacturer Name
Betesh Group
Imported By
The Betesh Group, of New York, N.Y.
Manufactured In
China

Register This Product

Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone (800) 929-4666
Full Contact Information

For additional information, contact Betesh toll free at (800) 929-4666.