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CPSC, Wear Me Apparel Corp. Announce Recall of Infant Girls' Garments

Reported: December 20, 2002 Initiated: December 20, 2002 #03055

Product Description

The recalled garments were sold under the "Joe Boxer" brand name in sizes 12-months through 18-months and size 24-months. The garments were sold as sets that include a light tan sweat jacket with the word "Smile" embroidered on the front and a painted "smiley face" yellow zipper-pull and red sweat pants. Only style numbers 40801002 and 40801003 are included in the recall and can be found on the reverse side of the care label. Writing on the collar label includes "MADE IN/HECHO EN CHINA."

Reason for Recall

The paint on the "smiley face" zipper-pull attached to the sweat jacket of these garments contains lead. Young children could ingest lead from the zipper-pull, presenting a lead poisoning hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should return the clothing sets to any Kmart store to receive a full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 3,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Wear-Me-Apparel-Corp-Announce-Recall-of-Infant-Girls-Garments-

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled garments were sold under the "Joe Boxer" brand name in sizes 12-months through 18-months and size 24-months. The garments were sold as sets that include a light tan sweat jacket with the word "Smile" embroidered on the front and a painted "smiley face" yellow zipper-pull and red sweat pants. Only style numbers 40801002 and 40801003 are included in the recall and can be found on the reverse side of the care label. Writing on the collar label includes "MADE IN/HECHO EN CHINA.". Units affected: About 3,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The paint on the "smiley face" zipper-pull attached to the sweat jacket of these garments contains lead. Young children could ingest lead from the zipper-pull, presenting a lead poisoning hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should return the clothing sets to any Kmart store to receive a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 20, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03055.

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