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CPSC, Disney Store Announce Recall of Children's Costumes

Reported: April 19, 2001 Initiated: April 19, 2001 #01129

Product Description

The Princess Ariel costume has a green skirt with two layers of netting on top and a sequined purple metallic bodice with a picture of Ariel. The costumes were sold in youth sizes 2-4, 4-6X and 8-10. The neckline labels read "The Disney Store." The recall does not include Princess Ariel costumes sold before July 2000. The earlier Ariel costume was a mermaid fin-like costume with a knee-length, sequined skirt.

Reason for Recall

Fabric used in these costumes can ignite readily and presents a serious risk of burn injuries in violation of the Federal Flammable Fabrics Act.

Remedy

Consumers should stop wearing these costumes immediately, and return them to any Disney Store or to the Disney Store catalog for a refund and a $10 gift certificate.

Details

Units Affected
About 54,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-Disney-Store-Announce-Recall-of-Childrens-Costumes

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The Princess Ariel costume has a green skirt with two layers of netting on top and a sequined purple metallic bodice with a picture of Ariel. The costumes were sold in youth sizes 2-4, 4-6X and 8-10. The neckline labels read "The Disney Store." The recall does not include Princess Ariel costumes sold before July 2000. The earlier Ariel costume was a mermaid fin-like costume with a knee-length, sequined skirt.. Recalled by The Disney Store, of Glendale, Calif.. Units affected: About 54,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Fabric used in these costumes can ignite readily and presents a serious risk of burn injuries in violation of the Federal Flammable Fabrics Act.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop wearing these costumes immediately, and return them to any Disney Store or to the Disney Store catalog for a refund and a $10 gift certificate.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 19, 2001. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 01129.

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