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Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: full refund · About 560,000 units
Recall No. 17-133 Published April 13, 2017

Water-absorbing Easter and Dino toys

If the small toy is ingested, it can expand inside a child's body and cause intestinal obstructions, resulting in severe discomfort, vomiting, dehydration and could be life threatening. Surgery is required to remove the toy from the body, if ingested. Medical professionals and parents should be aware that there is a possibility that the toys might not show up on an x-ray. sold at Target stores nationwide from February 2017 – March 2017 for about $1.

Hatch & Grow—Pink Easter Egg
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Hatch & Grow—Pink Easter Egg

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Why it was recalled

If the small toy is ingested, it can expand inside a child's body and cause intestinal obstructions, resulting in severe discomfort, vomiting, dehydration and could be life threatening. Surgery is required to remove the toy from the body, if ingested. Medical professionals and parents should be aware that there is a possibility that the toys might not show up on an x-ray.

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The official remedy

Remedy type: refund
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What to do

Consumers should immediately take this recalled toy away from children and return it to any Target store for a full refund.

Product and sales details

UnitsAbout 560,000
Made inChina
Sold atTarget stores nationwide
Sales periodFebruary 2017 – March 2017
PriceAbout $1

How to reach the firm

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