Historical Events tagged with "pokemon"
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Economics & Industry
Burger King Recalls Choking Hazard Poké Balls
December 27th, 1999 25 years ago
Burger King, in collaboration with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, announced a recall of plastic Poké Ball containers due to safety concerns. These containers were distributed during a promotional campaign for Pokémon toys in kids' meals and were found to pose a choking hazard to young children. The recall aimed to prevent potential accidents and ensure consumer safety while Burger King sought to maintain its reputation as a family-friendly restaurant.
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