Meijer Recalls Infant Slipper Socks Due to Choking Hazard

Recalled May 11, 2011 · CPSC recall 11220 · Meijer

Hazard

The balls at the end of the bug's antennae can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Refund

Units

About 17,400

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.

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.

What to do

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

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

Product

Bumble Bee and Lady Bug Infant Slipper Socks

Imported by

Meijer Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.

Retailers

Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan and Ohio from June 2009 through March 2011 for about $4.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →