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

Boy's Jackets with an attached compass

Date of Recall
2007-03-08

CPSC Release Number
07-121

Manufactured In
China

Company Phone Number
(877) 439-6261

Units
About 2,700

Distributor
H & M, of New York, N.Y.

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

Problem/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/Incidents
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.

Description
The recalled product is a boy's 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.

Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the compass from the jacket and throw it away, or mail the compass to H & M to receive a store discount coupon.

Consumer Contact
For more information, contact H & M Stores toll-free at (877) 439-6261 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's Web site at www.hm.com

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