Meijer Recalls Infant Slipper Socks Due to Choking Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2011-05-11). Hazards: choking. About 17,400 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 11220 |
| Published | 2011-05-11 |
| Last updated | 2016-07-08 |
| Product category | Socks |
| Products | Bumble Bee and Lady Bug Infant Slipper Socks |
| Firm named in the title | Meijer |
| Firms | Meijer Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 17,400 |
| Hazard classes | choking |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan and Ohio from June 2009 through March 2011 for about $4. |
Description
This recall involves Falls Creek brand infant slipper socks, including yellow and black Bumble Bee Slipper Socks, UPC 80640907401, and red and black Lady Bug Slipper Socks, UPC 80640907402. The UPC is located on the sock's hangtag. They were sold in infant size 0-12 months.
Hazard
The balls at the end of the bug's antennae can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled slipper socks away from children and return them to any Meijer store for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
Meijer received one report of a ball detaching from the antennae. It was found in a child's crib. No injuries have been reported.
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