CPSC, Raymond Geddes & Co. Inc. Announce Recall of Velcro Wallets
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
Photos from the recall notice

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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