Circo Children's Bobbie Socks Recalled Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-09-03). Hazards: choking. About 330,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08386 |
| Published | 2008-09-03 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Clothing (Children) |
| Products | Circo Rosette Bobbie Socks |
| Firms | Target, of Minneapolis, Minn. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Hong Kong |
| Units (US) | 330,000 |
| Hazard classes | choking |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Target stores nationwide from January 2007 to July 2008 for about $6. |
Description
The recall involves girls' Circo bobbie socks. The socks were sold in packs of six (pink, purple, plain white and three pairs with a box), ranging in size from 6 to 12 months, 12 to 24 months and 2T to 5T. The socks are packaged in a green and white sleeve with a Circo-brand logo on the front.
Hazard
The ribbon on the sock can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should take these socks away from children and return them to the nearest Target store to receive a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
Target has received four reports of the ribbon detaching. No injuries have been reported.
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