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Product name Children’s swimming vests sold under the name “Starfish.”
Description This inflatable plastic swimming vest has a blue inner lining and collar and a yellow and pink body secured by two plastic buckles in the front. The “Starfish” logo and name appear on the front of the vest and on the buckles. The vest is available in sizes A through D and is intended for children between 1 and 8 years old. 
Problem The vest’s buckles can unlatch unexpectedly while in use, releasing a child into water. Children could drown if they are released into the water without the aid of the swimming vest. 
Distribution Nationwide at toy, sporting goods, and gift stores. 
Company OddzOn Products, 800-755-6674. 
Dates sold May 1996 through March 1997. 
Date posted 12/27/2001 
 

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