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Midwest-CBK Recalls Baby Rattle Socks Due to Choking Hazard

Note: This recall was previously announced independently on January 24, 2019 by the firm due to the government furlough.

  • Recalled Midwest-CBK Penguin, Reindeer, Santa, and Snowman socks.
  • Recalled Midwest-CBK Shark, Flamingo, Clownfish, Whale, Crocodile, and Crab socks.
  • Recalled Midwest-CBK Unicorn, Dragon, Tiger, and Kitty socks.
Name of Product:
Baby Rattle Socks
Hazard:

Small ornaments can detach from the socks, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy:
Refund
Recall Date:
March 28, 2019
Units:
About 22,600 (in addition, about 2,600 were sold in Canada)
Consumer Contact

Midwest-CBK at 800-394-4225 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or email productrecovery@mwcbk.com for more information.

Recall Details

In Conjunction With:
Description:

This recall involves various styles of Midwest Gift brand Baby Rattle Socks - Perfect Pair. The socks are 100% cotton and have an animal or character sewn onto the toe of the socks, including a snowman, reindeer, whale, flamingo, tiger, or shark. The socks were sold in children’s sizes 0 to 12 months

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately take the recalled socks away from children and contact Midwest-CBK for a full refund.

Incidents/Injuries:

Midwest-CBK has received one incident of the rattle detaching. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:
Boutique gift stores nationwide from October 2017 through December 2018 for about $10.
Importer(s):

Midwest-CBK, LLC, of Cannon Falls, Minn.

Distributor(s):
Midwest-CBK, LLC, of Cannon Falls, Minn.
Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
19-092
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