Paramount Apparel International Recalls Youth Hats Due to Strangulation Hazard; Product Sold Exclusively at Bass Pro Shops
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-08-29). Hazards: strangulation. About 500 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 07294 |
| Published | 2007-08-29 |
| Last updated | 2015-01-26 |
| Product category | Clothing (Children) |
| Products | Toddler and Youth Nylon Bucket Hats |
| Firm named in the title | Paramount Apparel International |
| Firms | Paramount Apparel International Inc., of Bourbon, Mo. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 500 |
| Hazard classes | strangulation |
| Remedy classes | refund, replace, stop use |
| Sold | Exclusively at Bass Pro Shops retail stores nationwide from February 2007 through June 2007 for about $8. |
Description
The hat is a nylon bucket-shaped hat with mesh sides. There are nylon fabric strips on the side of the hat that snap up. The front of the hat has a zipper pocket with a silver boat-anchor appliqué with embroidered text below. The hat adjusts with a bungee drawstring sewn in the crown of the hat. A label sewn into the back inside of the hat reads "Bass Pro Shops."
Hazard
The hat has a drawstring, posing a strangulation hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled hats immediately and remove the drawstring to eliminate the hazard or contact Paramount Apparel to receive a refund or replacement item.
Incidents and injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
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