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Product name Caterpillar Toys
Description This recalled toy is called the "Wiggle, Waggle Caterpillar". The Wiggle Waggle Caterpillar is a pull toy that plays four songs and various sounds. It has five ball shapes raised from its body on the end of tightly wound coil wire springs. The two smaller ball shapes on the caterpillar's head resemble antennas. The toy is about 10 inches long, and is green with yellow oval wheels that cause it to wobble when it moves. The segments of the caterpillar's body have lights that flash to the music and sounds. "Child Guidance" and "MADE IN CHINA" are imprinted on the bottom of the toy. "Ages 12 months & up" is written on the packaging. 
Problem The small balls attached to this toy can become lodged in the child's throat causing a choking hazard 
Distribution Sold at toy and discount department stores nationwide 
Company Child Guidance, New York, New York; (877) 586-1006 
Dates sold Sold from May 1998 through June 2000 
Date posted 12/28/2001 
 

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