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Meijer Infant Slipper Socks
The notice asks people to return it — see below for how.
What’s wrong
The balls at the end of the bug's antennae can detach, 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.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled slipper socks away from children and return them to any Meijer store for a full refund.
Who to 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
The product
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.
Details
- Units affected
- About 17,400
- Recall date
- May 11, 2011
- Brand
- Meijer Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been 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.
Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan and Ohio from June 2009 through March 2011 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: “Meijer Recalls Infant Slipper Socks 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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