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Meijer Recalls Infant Slipper Socks Due to Choking Hazard

Name of Product:
Bumble Bee and Lady Bug Infant Slipper Socks
Hazard:
The balls at the end of the bug's antennae can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy:
Refund
Recall Date:
May 11, 2011
Units:
About 17,400
Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Meijer at (800) 927-8699 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.meijer.com

Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves Falls Creek brand infant slipper socks, including yellow and black Bumble Bee Slipper Socks, UPC 80640907401, and red and black Lady Bug Slipper Socks, UPC 80640907402. The UPC is located on the sock's hangtag. They were sold in infant size 0-12 months.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately take the recalled slipper socks away from children and return them to any Meijer store for a full refund.

Incidents/Injuries:

Meijer received one report of a ball detaching from the antennae. It was found in a child's crib. No injuries have been reported.

Sold Exclusively At:
Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan and Ohio from June 2009 through March 2011 for about $4.
Importer(s):

Meijer Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.

Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
11-220

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Meijer Recalls Infant Slipper Socks Due to Choking Hazard
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Meijer Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich., is voluntarily recalling about 17,400 pairs of Bumble Bee and Lady Bug infant slipper socks. The balls at the end of the bug's antennae can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
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