CPSC recall 16-097, announced February 9, 2016, covers Classic Characters Infant Elf Booties (about 4,000 units). The pompoms at the tip of the toe can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled elf booties and return them to a Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® for a full refund, or contact Classic Characters for instructions on returning them for a full refund. Recall contact: call 866-274-3452, or go to www.classiccharacters.com.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves Classic Characters' infant knit Elf Booties sold in sizes 6 through 12 months. The SKU number 507665 and style number 28046 are printed on the price tag. The infant booties are green, with red and white trim, and a yellow pompom on the tip of the toe.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The pompoms at the tip of the toe can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
Classic Characters has received two reports of the pompoms detaching from the shoes. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled elf booties and return them to a Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® for a full refund, or contact Classic Characters for instructions on returning them for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Classic Characters
- Product type
- Shoes & footwear
- Recall number
- 16-097
- Units
- About 4,000 pairs
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Cracker Barrel Old Country Store nationwide and online at www.crackerbarrel.com from September 2015 through November 2015 for about $13.
- Importer
- Classic Characters Inc., of Quebec, Canada
Infant Elf Booties
CPSC product type: Shoes and other footwear
Recall contact information
Classic Characters, Inc. toll-free at 866-274-3452 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.classiccharacters.com and click on "safety notice" for more information.
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