The CPSC said Infantino LLC of San Diego initiated the recall of about 28,000 lion teethers because the product's plastic nose can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Infantino said it has received eight reports of the nose detaching, including one report of a child gagging on the bitten-off nose.

The yellow and orange plastic teethers manufactured in China have date codes 6116, 6129, 6158, 6137, 0606, 0806, 0906 and 1006 located on the back of the lion's head above the Infantino logo. Lion teethers with other date codes aren't included in the recall.

The teethers were sold nationwide at Babies "R" Us, Pottery Barn Kids and other specialty stores from June 2006 through December 2007 for about $5.

Consumers with recall questions can contact the company at 888-808-3111.