Paramount Apparel International Recalls Youth Hats Due to Strangulation Hazard; Product Sold Exclusively at Bass Pro Shops

Toddler and Youth Nylon Bucket Hats

Date of Recall
2007-08-29

CPSC Release Number
07-294

Manufactured In
China

Company Phone Number
(866) 618-7179

Units
About 500

Distributor
Paramount Apparel International Inc., of Bourbon, Mo.

Sold By
Exclusively at Bass Pro Shops retail stores nationwide from February 2007 through June 2007 for about $8.

Problem/Hazard
The hat has a drawstring, posing a strangulation hazard to young children.

Injuries/Incidents
No incidents or injuries have been reported.

Description
The hat is a nylon bucket-shaped hat with mesh sides. There are nylon fabric strips on the side of the hat that snap up. The front of the hat has a zipper pocket with a silver boat-anchor appliqué with embroidered text below. The hat adjusts with a bungee drawstring sewn in the crown of the hat. A label sewn into the back inside of the hat reads “Bass Pro Shops.”

Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled hats immediately and remove the drawstring to eliminate the hazard or contact Paramount Apparel to receive a refund or replacement item.

Consumer Contact
For more information, contact Paramount Apparel toll-free at (866) 618-7179 between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.paramountapparel.com

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