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Gerber Products Company recalled all boxes of its Soothe N Chew Teething Sticks on January 31 due to a "potential choking hazard for babies and young children."
According to the United States Food & Drug Administration, the product is advertised as "long lasting," "edible," and "easy to hold," but poses a safety risk for its intended age demographic.
Gerber's Soothe N Chew Teething Sticks were sold online nationwide and were distributed to retail stores across 45 states including Massachusetts.
Recalled product descriptions are as follows:
- ERBER® SOOTHE N CHEW® TEETHING STICKS – STRAWBERRY APPLE, Net Wt. 3.2 Oz (90g), with UPC 0 15000 04618 7, all lot codes
- GERBER® SOOTHE N CHEW® TEETHING STICKS – BANANA, Net Wt. 3.2 Oz (90g), with UPC 0 15000 04608 8, all lot codes
- GERBER® SOOTHE N CHEW® TEETHING STICKS – BANANA, Net Wt. 1.59 Oz (45g), with UPC 0 15000 01015 7, all lot codes
One choking incident (involving a child being sent to the emergency room) has been reported as a result of the safety hazard placed on Gerber's Soothe N Chew Teething Sticks.
Officials are advising adults to avoid feeding the recalled product to babies and young children. Customers can return the product at the place they purchased it for a full refund.
Individuals with questions are encouraged to call 1-800-443-7237. For photos and additional information, check out the FDA's full recall page.