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Philip Morris Contact: David Laufer April 26, 1995 (212) 880-5000 Release # 95-110 WASHINGTON, D.C.- CPSC, Philip Morris U.S.A. of New York, N.Y., is recalling approximately 500,000 key chains imported by Cyrk Inc. of Gloucester, Mass. The key chains are not hazardous if used as intended. However, they contain liquid petroleum, which can pose a hazard to young children if they ingest the liquid or inhale it into their lungs.The plastic disk-shaped key chain measures almost 2 inches in diameter and 1/2 inch thick. A plastic sailboat marked "Parliament" floating in clear and blue liquid is visible through one side of the clear disk. The words, "PARLIAMENT Out-Of-This-World GETAWAY II," mark the other side of the disk. A metal key ring is attached to the disk. The key chains were distributed free with a two-pack purchase of Parliament cigarettes to adult consumers in the northeastern United States and at promotional events in Panama City, Fla., from August 1993 to September 1994. Consumers should call Philip Morris at (800) 230-1101 to receive a postage-paid, leak-proof mailer in which to return the key chain. Philip Morris will send consumers $5.00 for each returned key chain
April 24, 1995 Release # 95-107 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, Protective Technologies International Inc. (PTI) of Yonkers, N.Y., is recalling 25,000 Jaguar bicycle helmets, model 3060. The helmet liners failed the manufacturer's head impact tests and may not prevent injuries.Jaguar white plastic helmets have 20 vent holes on the front, top and sides, a white plastic visor on the front, and black head and chin straps. The helmet is decorated with bright orange and yellow decals. A blue, square PTI label appears on the back of the helmet. The helmets were sold nationwide for $23.00 to $25.00 exclusively at Toys 'R' Us and Target Stores from September 1994 to January 1995. PTI Jaguar helmets manufactured since February 1995 which have a 1995 date sticker and a QC sticker inside are not affected by this recall.Consumers who own affected helmets should call PTI at (800) 515-0074 to receive a UPS tag to return the helmet to the company. PTI will send consumers a new helmet that meets safety standards