CPSCJune 7, 2007

First Birthday recall

First Birthday Party Hats Recalled by Creative Expressions Due to Choking Hazard

Why was First Birthday recalled?

Foil fringe glued to the bottom edge of the party hats can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should discard the hats immediately and contact Creative Expressions to receive a full refund. Contact: For additional information, contact Creative Expressions at (800) 428-5017 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ceg4party.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
Children's Party Hats
Company
Creative Expressions, of Indianapolis, Ind.
Quantity
About 43,100
Sold at
Party and discount department stores nationwide from February 2005 through May 2007 for about $4.
Recall date
June 7, 2007
Incidents / injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The paper party hats involved in this recall measure 6.5 inches high by 4.5 inches wide and are cone shaped. The blue paper hats have "1st" printed on the front and blue foil fringe glued to the bottom.

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