Children's Jeweled Sandals Sold by Nordstrom Recalled Due to Choking Hazard

NEWS from CPSC

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

Office of Information and Public Affairs

Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 14, 2007
Release #07-214

Firm's Recall Hotline: (888) 282-6060
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Children's Jeweled Sandals Sold by Nordstrom Recalled Due to Choking Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Calypso Sandals

Units: About 1,800

Importer: Nordstrom Inc., of Seattle, Wash.

Hazard: The jewel decorations on the shoes can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: This recall involves Nordstrom brand sandals sold in toddler and little girl's sizes. The Calypso-style shoes are tan and white with gold straps that have three jeweled flowers on the top. "Nordstrom" and a flower pattern are embossed on the upper sole of the shoes. Toddler sizes were sold with an ankle strap.

Sold at: Nordstrom stores nationwide and on Nordstrom.com during February 2007 for about $27.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately return the recalled sandals to any Nordstrom store or Nordstrom.com for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Nordstrom at (888) 282-6060 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.nordstrom.com