CPSCDecember 23, 2010

BabyLegs Baby Socks and Leg Warmers with Heart Appliqué recall: Choking Hazard

BabyLegs Recalls Baby Socks and Leg Warmers with Heart Appliqué Due to Choking Hazard

Why was BabyLegs Baby Socks and Leg Warmers with Heart Appliqué recalled?

The leg warmers and socks have a heart appliqué that can detach, posing a choking hazard to small children.

What should I do if I have this product?

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. Contact: 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

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
Baby leg warmers and socks
Company
BabyUnited LLC dba BabyLegs of Seattle, Wash.
Quantity
About 4,500
Sold at
www.babylegs.com and independent retailers from August 2010 to November 2010 for about $11 per pair.
Recall date
December 23, 2010
Incidents / 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.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

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.

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