First Birthday Party Hats Recalled by Creative Expressions Due to Choking Hazard
Recalled June 7, 2007 · CPSC recall 07208 · First
Hazard
Foil fringe glued to the bottom edge of the party hats can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should discard the hats immediately and contact Creative Expressions to receive a full refund.
Units
About 43,100
Incidents / injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
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.
What to do
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
Product
Children's Party Hats
Distributed by
Creative Expressions, of Indianapolis, Ind.
Retailers
Party and discount department stores nationwide from February 2005 through May 2007 for about $4.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →