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ChokingDecember 23, 2010CPSC #11081

BabyLegs Recalls Baby Socks and Leg Warmers with Heart Appliqué Due to Choking Hazard

Product
Socks
Units affected
4,500
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves only those BabyLegs brand leg warmers, ankle-high socks and knee-high socks adorned with a heart-shape appliqué. The recalled products are pink, white or purple cable knit socks and leg warmers.

Hazard

The leg warmers and socks have a heart appliqué that can detach, posing a choking hazard to small children.

Injuries

The firm has received one report of an infant choking on the heart-shaped appliqué. Her mother was able to dislodge the appliqué from her throat. No medical attention was required.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • www.babylegs.com and independent retailers from August 2010 to November 2010 for about $11 per pair.

Photos

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