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CPSC recall · Reported December 23, 2010

BabyLegs Recalls Baby Socks and Leg Warmers with Heart Appliqué Due to Choking Hazard

The leg warmers and socks have a heart appliqué that can detach, posing a choking hazard to small children.

Recall #
11081
Affected scope
About 4,500
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BabyUnited LLC dba BabyLegs of Seattle, Wash. recalled This recall involves only those BabyLegs brand leg warmers, ankle-high socks and knee-hig….

BabyLegs Recalls Baby Socks and Leg Warmers with Heart Appliqué Due to Choking Hazard was recalled by BabyUnited LLC dba BabyLegs of Seattle, Wash. in December 23, 2010. Reason: The leg warmers and socks have a heart appliqué that can detach, posing a choking hazard to small children.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled socks and leg warmers away from children. …. Verify recall #11081 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

BabyUnited LLC dba BabyLegs of Seattle, Wash. issued this CPSC recall-The leg warmers and socks have a heart appliqué that can detach, posing a choking hazard to small children..

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #11081 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.

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Product description

This recall involves only those BabyLegs brand leg warmers, ankle-high socks and knee-high socks adorned with a heart-shape appliqué. The recalled products are pink, white or purple cable knit socks and leg warmers.

Reason for recall

The leg warmers and socks have a heart appliqué that can detach, posing a choking hazard to small children.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately take the recalled socks and leg warmers away from children. Consumers can remove and discard the heart appliqué to eliminate the hazard or contact BabyLegs to receive a full refund or a coupon to be redeemed on the BabyLegs website.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 11081
Date reported December 23, 2010
Date initiated December 23, 2010
Recalling firm BabyUnited LLC dba BabyLegs of Seattle, Wash.
Affected scope About 4,500
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 the recalled socks and leg warmers away from children. Consumers can remove and discard the hea…

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  • 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?
This recall involves only those BabyLegs brand leg warmers, ankle-high socks and knee-high socks adorned with a heart-shape appliqué. The recalled products are pink, white or purple cable knit socks and leg warmers.. Recalled by BabyUnited LLC dba BabyLegs of Seattle, Wash.. Units affected: About 4,500.
Why was this product recalled?
The leg warmers and socks have a heart appliqué that can detach, posing a choking hazard to small children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled socks and leg warmers away from children. Consumers can remove and discard the heart appliqué to eliminate the hazard or contact BabyLegs to receive a full refund or a coupon to be redeemed on the BabyLegs website.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 23, 2010. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 11081.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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