Kahn Enterprises Recalls Beeni Baby Hats Due to Asphyxiation Hazard

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #11741) was formally reported on June 1, 2011. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Kahn Enterprises LLC, Mendota Heights, Minn. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records indicate About 35 units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: A baby can spit up during use, posing an asphyxiation hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the hats and contact Kahn Enterprises to receive a full refund. Kahn Enterprises will provide consumers with a postage paid label to return the product. The fi… — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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