Latest consumer product recalls: Dinosaur nuggets contaminated, fruit pouches may contain lead, more
Several products have been recalled over the past week for health and safety reasons. Here's the latest recalls from Nov.1-8 that consumers should know about.
1. Tyson recalls nearly 30,000 lbs. of dinosaur-shaped nuggets
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Tyson recalls nearly 30,000 lbs. of dinosaur-shaped nuggets
Tyson is recalling thousands of pounds of its dinosaur "fun shaped" chicken because of a risk they’re contaminated with foreign matter.
2. More fruit puree pouches for kids recalled over potential lead contamination, illnesses
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More fruit puree pouches for kids recalled over potential lead contamination, illnesses
Two new companies have announced recalls of certain cinnamon applesauce products because they may contain high levels of lead. Here's what parents and caregivers should know.
3. Baby loungers sold on Amazon recalled over suffocation and fall hazards, officials say
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4. Dixon Ticonderoga craft buttons violate federal lead content ban
(United States Consumer Product Safety Commission)
"Creativity Street Assorted Craft Buttons" have been recalled because they contain levels of lead that exceed the federal lead content ban, officials said.
"Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects," the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission wrote in a news release.
The buttons were sold nationwide and online. No injuries or illnesses have been reported.
Consumers with the recalled buttons should contact Dixon Ticonderoga for instructions on how to receive a full refund.
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5. Various croissant sandwiches recalled due to undeclared milk, soy allergen
Hearn Kirkwood is recalling nearly 6,000 various types of croissant sandwiches because the package labeling did not properly identify soy and milk allergens.
"People with an allergy or severe sensitivity to these allergens run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product," the United States Food and Drug Administration wrote in a news release.
The sandwiches were distributed nationwide to retailers. No illnesses have been reported.
Consumers with the affected sandwiches should throw them away.
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Toyota recalls nearly 1.9M RAV4 SUVs over potential fire risk
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Some dog food products recalled nationwide due to possible salmonella risk
Pet owners are encouraged to throw out the dog food products immediately.