CPSC recall 00118b, announced June 5, 2000, covers Infant girls' cargo skirts (about 9,500 units). The snaps on the panty of these skirts can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using these skirts immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund. Recall contact: call (212) 819-6564.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The khaki-style skirt's inside label reads "Baby You're it!" or "Bebe by Cradlecraft" and "MADE IN SRI LANKA." The denim-style skirt's inside label reads "Baby You're it" and "MADE IN INDONESIA."
Which products are included?
The cargo skirts are made of either 100 percent cotton khaki twill or 100 percent denim, and have an attached panty. They are sold in sizes 12, 18 and 24 months. The khaki-style skirt's inside label reads "Baby You're it!" or "Bebe by Cradlecraft" and "MADE IN SRI LANKA." The denim-style skirt's inside label reads "Baby You're it" and "MADE IN INDONESIA."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The snaps on the panty of these skirts can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these skirts immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund. Consumers also can return them by mail, and will be reimbursed for postage.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- The Associated Merchandising Corp. (AMC)
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 00118b
- Units
- About 9,500
- Manufactured in
- Sri Lanka, Indonesia
- Sold at / sales period
- Clothing and department stores nationwide sold these cargo skirts, from January 2000 through March 2000, for between $14 and $16.
- Importer
- The Associated Merchandising Corp. (AMC) of New York, N.Y.
Infant girls' cargo skirts
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For more information, call AMC collect at (212) 819-6564 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
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