CPSC2009-05-05
Ambler Mountain Works Recalls Children's Knitted Hats Due to Choking Hazard
Ambler Mountain Works, of Canmore, Alberta, Canada
Hazard
The eyeballs on the Erwin Beanie and the octopus legs on the Poseidon Beanie can come loose, posing a potential choking hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the beanies and return them to Ambler Mountain for a free product replacement or cut off the frog's eyes and the octopus legs and permanently dispose of them.
Sold at
Specialty sports and ski shops nationwide from September 2008 through November 2008 for about $30.
Affected count
About 370
Injuries reported
The firm is aware of one incident involving the detachment of the legs of the octopus. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Nepal
Products
Erwin Beanie and Poseidon Beanie Children's Knitted Hats
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Ambler at (888) 267-6968 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday to Friday or by email Ambler at returns@amblermw.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Ambler-Mountain-Works-Recalls-Childrens-Knitted-Hats-Due-to-Choking-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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