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Product recall · CPSCJune 17, 2010Serious
Infant Apparel
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
Snaps on the infant bodysuits and rompers can detach from the garment, posing a choking hazard to young children.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Choking hazard from small parts.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the garments and contact Kiwi Industries for an exchange. The firm will provide a postage-free package for the return of the recalled garment.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Kiwi Industries toll-free at (877) 509-4891 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.kiwiindustries.com. Consumers can also email the firm at info@kiwiindustries.com
The product
The infant bodysuits and rompers were sold in eight colors and prints: eggplant with kiwi green binding, floral print with eggplant binding, kiwi green with eggplant binding, pacific blue with kiwi green binding, crisscross print and kiwi green with pacific blue binding. The infant bodysuits were sold in sizes 0 to 3 months up to 12 to 18 months. The rompers were sold in sizes 0 to 3 months up to 18 to 24 months. "Kiwi industries" is printed on a tag sewn inside the garment's collar.
Details
- Units affected
- About 450
- Recall date
- June 17, 2010
- Brand
- Holtrop & McIndoo LLC dba Kiwi Industries, of Albuquerque, N.M.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm has received two reports of snaps detaching. No injuries have been reported.
Children's specialty stores nationwide from March 2010 through May 2010 for between $24 and $28.
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: “Infant Apparel Recalled by Kiwi Industries 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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