CPSCMarch 4, 2005

CPSC, J.C. Penney Corp. Announce Recall of Infant and

CPSC, J.C. Penney Corp. Announce Recall of Infant and Toddler Sweaters

Why was CPSC, J.C. Penney Corp. Announce Recall of Infant and recalled?

The zipper-pull mechanism can detach from the zipper, posing a choking hazard to children.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the recalled sweaters immediately and return them to any J.C. Penney store for a full refund. Contact: Contact J.C. Penney toll-free at (888) 333-6063 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.jcpenney.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Arizona® Boys' Zip-Up Cardigan Sweater
Company
J.C. Penney Corp., of Plano, Texas
Quantity
57,000 (42,000 toddler-size and 15,000 infant size)
Sold at
J.C. Penney stores nationwide, from September 2004 through January 2005, for $15 (infant) and $17 (toddler).
Recall date
March 4, 2005
Incidents / injuries
J.C. Penney has received one report of a toddler removing the zipper-pull mechanism and placing it in his mouth. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled sweaters were sold in toddler sizes (2T to 5T) and infant sizes (12M to 24M) in colors red barn and navy. The sweaters have an Arizona Jean Company tag sewn in the neckline and include "RN Number 93677" and "Made in Israel."

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