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Product recall · CPSCJune 7, 2007Serious
First Birthday Party Hats
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What’s wrong
Foil fringe glued to the bottom edge of the party hats can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Choking hazard from small parts.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should discard the hats immediately and contact Creative Expressions to receive a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Creative Expressions at (800) 428-5017 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ceg4party.com
The product
The paper party hats involved in this recall measure 6.5 inches high by 4.5 inches wide and are cone shaped. The blue paper hats have "1st" printed on the front and blue foil fringe glued to the bottom.
Details
- Units affected
- About 43,100
- Recall date
- June 7, 2007
- Made or distributed by
- Creative Expressions, of Indianapolis, Ind.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Party and discount department stores nationwide from February 2005 through May 2007 for about $4.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “First Birthday Party Hats Recalled by Creative Expressions Due to Choking Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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