CPSC recall 00-068, announced February 16, 2000, covers Mountain High Hosiery Tommy Hilfiger socks for infants and children (approximately 360,000 units). The heat-sealed Tommy Hilfiger flag logo appliques on these socks can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice cites 3 incident reports. Consumers should stop using these socks immediately, and call Mountain High to receive an exchange or a refund. Recall contact: call (877) 729-4916, or go to www.mtnhighinc.com.
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Which products are included?
The recalled socks are white and sold in in sizes "S/M," for 6-12 months; "L/XL," for 12-24 months; and toddler shoe sizes 7-11. They have a red, white and blue Tommy Hilfiger flag logo applique on the side of each sock. Writing on the socks reads "TOMMY HILFIGER."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The heat-sealed Tommy Hilfiger flag logo appliques on these socks can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
Mountain High has received three reports of the logo appliques detaching from these socks. No injuries have been reported
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these socks immediately, and call Mountain High to receive an exchange or a refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Mountain High Hosiery
- Manufacturer
- Mountain High Hosiery Ltd., of San Diego, Calif.
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 00-068
- Units
- Approximately 360,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Department and specialty stores nationwide sold two-pair packages of the socks, from January 1999 through January 2000, for about $10.
Tommy Hilfiger socks for infants and children
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Mountain High at (877) 729-4916 anytime or on their website at www.mtnhighinc.com
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