CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The magnets in the hat can detach and fall out, posing a choking and aspiration hazard to young children. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforations or blockages, which can be fatal.
Meijer Inc. Recalls Toddler Girl's Hat and Mitten Sets Due to Choking Hazard
The recalled hats and mittens have two magnets sewn into each side of the hat and are cotton with pink, lavender, orange and aqua green stripes and various prints. Some of the hat and mittens have dark pink hearts with light pink stripes. "Aquarius LTD" is printed on the tag of the hat and mitten sets.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately take these hat and mitten sets away from children and return to Meijer store for a refund.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact Meijer at (800) 927-8699 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.aquariusltd.com or e-mail the firm at marka@aquariusltd.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Meijer stores in Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky from August 2008 to October 2008 for about $12.
Injuries
Meijer has received one report of the magnet separating from the hat. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
Aquarius Ltd., of St. Louis, Missouri
Recall Number
09711
Product Information
Product Name
Toddler Girl's Hat and Mitten Sets
Product Type
Clothing (Children)
Number of Units
About 100
Manufacturer Name
Aquarius Ltd., of St. Louis, Missouri
Distributed By
Meijer Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.
Manufactured In
China