CPSC2011-05-11
Meijer Recalls Infant Slipper Socks Due to Choking Hazard
Meijer Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.
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.
Sold at
Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan and Ohio from June 2009 through March 2011 for about $4.
Affected count
About 17,400
Injuries reported
Meijer received one report of a ball detaching from the antennae. It was found in a child's crib. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Bumble Bee and Lady Bug Infant Slipper Socks
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Meijer at (800) 927-8699 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.meijer.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Meijer-Recalls-Infant-Slipper-Socks-Due-to-Choking-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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