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CPSC, Raymond Geddes & Co. Inc. Announce Recall of Velcro Wallets

Recall 01-190 · July 10, 2001

What to doConsumers should immediately take these wallets away from children, and return the wallets to the store where purchased, for a refund.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
01-190 (CPSC)
Recall date
July 10, 2001
Category
Clothing and accessories
Products
Children's Velcro wallets
Hazard
Poisoning and toxic substances hazard
Hazard type
Poisoning and toxic substances
Units
About 55,000
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
March 11, 2026

What was recalled

The wallets are 3.5 by 5 inches when closed and have a Velcro closing flap. They come in various solid colors on the outside of the wallet and multiple colors on the inside. They have black trim around the edges and between the pockets. The wallet contains five pockets, one of which contains a zipper. The backing on the largest pocket is yellow. Each wallet contains a tag that states "MADE IN CHINA."

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Children's Velcro wallets · About 55,000 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Toy stores nationwide sold these wallets, from August 1998 through April 2001, for about $1.; Raymond Geddes & Co. Inc., of Baltimore, Md..

Injuries or incidents reported

CPSC and Raymond Geddes & Co. Inc. have not received reports of any injuries relating to these wallets. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.

Consumer contact

For more information, call Raymond Geddes & Co. at (800) 533-6273 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.raymondgeddes.com. Consumers also can contact the firm by email at consumeraffairs@raymondgeddes.com

Recall history and context

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 136 recalls in the clothing and accessories category, 19 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Children's Velcro wallets (About 55,000 units). 5 by 5 inches when closed and have a Velcro closing flap.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Poisoning and toxic substances hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately take these wallets away from children, and return the wallets to the store where purchased, for a refund.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on March 11, 2026. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.