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ChokingNovember 16, 2011CPSC #12044

Children's Animal Slippers Recalled Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Family Dollar Stores

Brand
Unknown
Product
Toys & Games
Units affected
160,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

The recalled children's slippers have brown or tan dog faces, yellow duck faces and tan lion faces. The name "Kidgets" and the size appear inside the slippers on the soles. "FD9619108020690611" is printed inside the slippers on the side.

Hazard

The animal's eyes can detach from the slippers, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Injuries

Family Dollar has received one report of the eyes detaching from the slippers. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Family Dollar stores nationwide from September 2011 through October 2011 for about $5.

Photos

Children's Animal Slippers
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