Target Recall Children's Frog Masks Due to Suffocation Hazard
Recalled October 21, 2011 · CPSC recall 12017 · Target
Hazard
The plush frog masks lack proper ventilation. When secured in place across a child's face, it presents a suffocation hazard to the child.
Remedy
Refund
Units
About 3,400
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Description
This recall involves child-sized frog-themed animal masks. The plush mask is green with yellow and red highlights. There are two eye cutouts and a green elastic band with a fastener used to secure the mask at the back of the child's head. UPC code 06626491474 is printed on a label attached to the mask.
What to do
Consumers should immediately take masks from young children and return the product to any Target store for a full refund.
Contact
For additional information, contact Target Guest Relations at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.target.com
Product
Children's Frog Masks
Imported by
Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn.
Retailers
Target stores nationwide from August 2011 through September 2011 for about $1.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →