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Meijer Inc. Recalls Toddler Girl's Hat and Mitten Sets Due to Choking Hazard

Reported: December 4, 2008 Initiated: December 4, 2008 #09711

Product Description

The recalled hats and mittens have two magnets sewn into each side of the hat and are cotton with pink, lavender, orange and aqua green stripes and various prints. Some of the hat and mittens have dark pink hearts with light pink stripes. "Aquarius LTD" is printed on the tag of the hat and mitten sets.

Reason for Recall

The magnets in the hat can detach and fall out, posing a choking and aspiration hazard to young children. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforations or blockages, which can be fatal.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take these hat and mitten sets away from children and return to Meijer store for a refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled hats and mittens have two magnets sewn into each side of the hat and are cotton with pink, lavender, orange and aqua green stripes and various prints. Some of the hat and mittens have dark pink hearts with light pink stripes. "Aquarius LTD" is printed on the tag of the hat and mitten sets.. Recalled by Aquarius Ltd., of St. Louis, Missouri. Units affected: About 100.
Why was this product recalled?
The magnets in the hat can detach and fall out, posing a choking and aspiration hazard to young children. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforations or blockages, which can be fatal.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take these hat and mitten sets away from children and return to Meijer store for a refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 4, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09711.