CPSC recall 11-081, announced December 23, 2010, covers BabyUnited LLC dba BabyLegs Baby leg warmers and socks (about 4,500 units). The leg warmers and socks have a heart appliqué that can detach, posing a choking hazard to small children. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately take the recalled socks and leg warmers away from children. Recall contact: call (888) 791-6098, or go to www.babylegs.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.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The leg warmers and socks have a heart appliqué that can detach, posing a choking hazard to small children.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received one report of an infant choking on the heart-shaped appliqué. Her mother was able to dislodge the appliqué from her throat. No medical attention was required.
Official remedy
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.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- BabyUnited LLC dba BabyLegs
- Recall number
- 11-081
- Units
- About 4,500
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- www.babylegs.com and independent retailers from August 2010 to November 2010 for about $11 per pair.
- Distributor
- BabyUnited LLC dba BabyLegs of Seattle, Wash.
Baby leg warmers and socks
CPSC product type: Socks
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact BabyLegs toll-free at (888) 791-6098 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.babylegs.com
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