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ChokingMarch 8, 2007CPSC #07121

H & M Recalls Boys' Jackets Due to Choking, Poisoning Hazards

Brand
Product
Clothing & Apparel
Units affected
2,700
Remedy
contact manufacturer

What was recalled

The recalled product is a boys' cotton canvas jacket made exclusively for children in sizes 18M to size 6Y. It has style number 93196 written on the inside care label. There is an attached removable compass on the side. The compasses are copper or turquoise colored, about 2.75-inches long, and have a clip to attach to the jacket.

Hazard

The attached compass on these jackets can break, posing a choking hazard for young children. Additionally, the liquid mineral oil inside the compass can be harmful if swallowed.

Injuries

The firm received one report of a child outside of the U.S. who began to choke on a broken piece of the attached compass. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • H & M stores nationwide from February 2006 through October 2006 for $30.

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Recalled Boys' Jackets
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