See Kai Run Brand Children's Boots Recalled, Snaps Pose Choking Hazard

Recalled December 13, 2006 · CPSC recall 07050 · See

Hazard

Metals snaps on the side closure of the boot can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should take the recalled shoes away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased. Consumers will receive a refund or replacement pair of shoes.

Units

About 6.500

Incidents / injuries

See Kai Run has received one report of a child starting to choke on a detached snap from the boot.

Description

This recall involves the "Ellis" children's boots sold in pre-walk and toddler sizes 3 through 9. The boots are black with white stitching and were sold with either leather or faux fur lining. "See Kai Run" is written on the sole and insole of the boots. . "Ellis - FF" or "Ellis - L" is written on the side of the shoe box under the Style heading. No other styles or models are included in this recall.

What to do

Consumers should take the recalled shoes away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased. Consumers will receive a refund or replacement pair of shoes.

Contact

For more information, contact See Kai Run at (888) 524-7463 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's Web site at www.seekairun.com

Product

Children's Boots

Manufacturer(s)

See Kai Run, of Woodinville, Wash.

Retailers

Children's shoe stores, department stores, boutiques and Web retailers nationwide from November 2004 through November 2006 for about $40.

Made in

China

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