CPSCDecember 6, 2007

Basic Editions Girls' Clothing Sets Recalled by Kmart

Basic Editions Girls' Clothing Sets Recalled by Kmart; Drawstrings at Waist Pose Entrapment Hazard

Why was Basic Editions Girls' Clothing Sets Recalled by Kmart recalled?

The recalled pants have a drawstring at the waist that can pose an entrapment or entanglement hazard to children.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard. Contact: For additional information, contact Kmart at (800) 659-7026 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Saturday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.kmart.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
Basic Editions-brand girls' clothing sets
Company
Millennium Apparel Group, of New York, N.Y.
Quantity
About 13,000
Sold at
Kmart stores nationwide during July 2007 for about $17 per set.
Recall date
December 6, 2007
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled two-piece clothing set has olive-colored knit pants with a fully-tunneled waist drawstring and a pink short-sleeved top with necktie. The set was sold in the following girls' sizes: 4/5, 6/6X, 7/8, and 10/12.

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