CPSC recall 07-121, announced March 8, 2007, covers H & M Boys' Jackets with an attached compass (about 2,700 units). The attached compass on these jackets can break, posing a choking hazard for young children. Consumers should immediately remove the compass from the jacket and throw it away, or mail the compass to H & M to receive a store discount coupon. Recall contact: call (877) 439-6261, or go to www.hm.com.
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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.
It has style number 93196 written on the inside care label.
Which products are included?
The recalled product is a boys' cotton canvas jacket made exclusively for children in sizes 18M to size 6Y. It has style number 93196 written on the inside care label. There is an attached removable compass on the side. The compasses are copper or turquoise colored, about 2.75-inches long, and have a clip to attach to the jacket.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The attached compass on these jackets can break, posing a choking hazard for young children. Additionally, the liquid mineral oil inside the compass can be harmful if swallowed.
Incidents and injuries
The firm received one report of a child outside of the U.S. who began to choke on a broken piece of the attached compass. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the compass from the jacket and throw it away, or mail the compass to H & M to receive a store discount coupon.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- H & M
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 07-121
- Units
- About 2,700
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- H & M stores nationwide from February 2006 through October 2006 for $30.
- Distributor
- H & M, of New York, N.Y.
Boys' Jackets with an attached compass
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For more information, contact H & M Stores toll-free at (877) 439-6261 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's Web site at www.hm.com
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