MIM-PI USA · Recalled
Girls' Vests with Drawstrings Recalled by MIM-PI USA Due to Strangulation Hazard
The garments have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
- Units
- About 80
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $70
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
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."
The file
- Sold at
- Children's clothing stores nationwide from January 2009 through December 2009 for about $70.
- Product type
- Clothing (Children)
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- MIM-PI USA LLC, of Orlando, Fla.
Incident log
None reported.
What the notice says 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.
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
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated MAY 07 2010; last revised MAY 23 2014.
