Girls' Vests with Drawstrings Recalled by MIM-PI USA Due to Strangulation Hazard

Recalled May 7, 2010 · CPSC recall 10224 · Girls'

Hazard

The garments have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the recalled garments to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can also return the vests to the place of purchase for a store credit.

Units

About 80

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

This recall involves girls' hooded sleeveless vests with drawstrings sold in sizes 2 through 10. The vests were sold in two colors: blue with pink flowers and black with white polka dots. Both styles have a fake fur trim around the hood and a black sweater-like knit trim at the armholes and waist. The vests have an interior zipper covered by an exterior flap closure and a sewn-in neck tag that reads "mim-pi."

What to do

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the recalled garments to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can also return the vests to the place of purchase for a store credit.

Contact

For additional information, contact MIM-PI USA collect at (407) 492-8361 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.mim-pi.com

Product

Girls' hooded sleeveless vests

Manufacturer(s)

MIM-PI USA LLC, of Orlando, Fla.

Retailers

Children's clothing stores nationwide from January 2009 through December 2009 for about $70.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →