102K Amazon teething toys recalled after 11 reported choking incidents

A teething toy sold on Amazon has been recalled, according to a notice published on Thursday, May 14 by the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

The notice states the product violates the mandatory standard for toys because the silicone strings are smaller and longer than permitted. As a result, they can reach the back of the throat and become lodged, posing a risk of respiratory distress and becoming a deadly choking hazard.

The agency is aware of 11 choking incidents, the notice states.

The recall impacts about 102,430 units.

Details on the recalled teething toy

The toy is an off-white disc shape with a red ball in the middle and six long, silicone pull-string "tentacles," the recall states. The "tentacles" have various colors running through the ball. Additionally, there are three free-swinging rings and soft push buttons on the disc.

"Model no. 688-59" is printed on the product packaging.

The toy was sold on Amazon.com from October 2022 to January 2026 for between $10 and $12.

What should consumers do?

Consumers are being advised to immediately stop using the toy or take it away from their children. Consumers can contact ZW Creations for a free replacement.

To receive a replacement, people are being asked to cut and discard all silicone string tentacles and write "RECALLED" on the main body of the toy using a permanent marker and submit a photo of the destroyed product online at https://tiyol-recall.com. 

Michelle Del Rey is a trending news reporter at USA TODAY. Reach her at [email protected]