CPSC recall · Reported December 4, 2008
Meijer Inc. Recalls Toddler Girl's Hat and Mitten Sets Due to Choking Hazard
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 th…
Aquarius Ltd., of St. Louis, Missouri recalled The recalled hats and mittens have two magnets sewn into each side of the hat and are cot….
Meijer Inc. Recalls Toddler Girl's Hat and Mitten Sets Due to Choking Hazard was recalled by Aquarius Ltd., of St. Louis, Missouri in December 4, 2008. Reason: The magnets in the hat can detach and fall out, posing a choking and aspiration hazard to young children. Mag…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take these hat and mitten sets away from children and return…. Verify recall #09711 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Aquarius Ltd., of St. Louis, Missouri issued this CPSC recall-The magnets in the hat can detach and fall out, posing a choking and aspiration hazard to young children. Mag….
- None
- agency class
- December 4, 2008
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #09711 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 5 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Children & Baby Products recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 3,781 children & baby products recalls on record
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, what to do
Consumers should immediately take these hat and mitten sets away from children and return to Meijer store for a refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 09711 |
| Date reported | December 4, 2008 |
| Date initiated | December 4, 2008 |
| Recalling firm | Aquarius Ltd., of St. Louis, Missouri |
| Affected scope | About 100 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately take these hat and mitten sets away from children and return to Meijer store for a refund.
- Check the recall number (09711) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Why was this product recalled? ▼
What should consumers do? ▼
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Nationwide recalls with similar severity or category timing
Consumer-product notices outside this firm and state, matched by severity timing and product category.
Similar severity · nearest report date
Same archive severity grade, closest by report date among other firms and states.
Similar Children & Baby Products · nearest report date
Same product category, closest by report date among other firms and states (deduped against the severity set).
Compare this recall with CLEAR EYES Maximum Itchy Eye Relief, 0.5 fl oz (15 mL) per … → · All Children & Baby Products recalls
Methodology · Corrections · Archive as of August 2026