A recall has been issued for more than 85,000 units of baby spoons that could pose a life-threatening choking hazard to infants.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced the recall of Melii Baby Silicone Spoons, following alarming reports that the utensils may fall apart during use, putting the most vulnerable at risk.
The company has so far received two reports of the tip of the spoon breaking off during use, although there have been no reports of any injuries.
Manufactured in China and known for their playful designs featuring cats, dinosaurs, dogs, sharks and unicorns, the colorful spoons were sold in packs of three and four, as well as as part of a five-piece feeding set.
Measuring approximately six inches in length, the spoons were marketed as ideal for babies learning to feed themselves.
But now the product is being recalled due to its potential to harm the children it is designed for.
The affected products are the three-pack with the date code 2024-01, while the four-pack has 2023-12 to 2024-05 printed on the back of the spoons.
According to the CPSC, the problem lies in the silicone material of the spoons, which can crack or break during use.
A recall has been issued for more than 85,000 pieces of baby spoons that could pose a life-threatening choking hazard to babies
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced the recall of Melii Baby Silicone Spoons, following alarming reports that the utensil may fall apart during use
For babies, even a small piece of silicone poses a significant risk of choking, a terrifying prospect for any parent.
Consumers can take photos of the spoons before throwing them away, emailing the photos to care@meliibaby.com to receive a free replacement set.
The spoons were sold at Aldi Grocery Stores and Ross and online at buybuyBaby.com, Amazon.com, Sierra.com, MotherandDaughterCreations.com, Just Between Friends (jbfsale.com), MacroBaby.com, TrendyLilTreats.com, TheBrickKitchenStore.com and AdventureSnacks.com from April 2024 through August 2024 for between $8 and $9.