Toddler Pants Sets

CPSC Recall #07-100 — February 7, 2007

Recall Summary

Recall Number07-100
Recall DateFebruary 7, 2007
Remedy TypeRefund
Units AffectedAbout 1,800
ManufacturerG & W Industries Inc., of New York, N.Y.
Manufactured InPhilippines

Where It Was Sold

Meijer Stores nationwide from October 2006 through December 2006 for about $20.

Product

Toddler Pants Sets

Description

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), G & W Industries Inc., of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 1,800 Toddler Pants Sets. The zipper pull on the jacket can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.Name of product: Toddler Pants SetsUnits: About 1,800Manufacturer: G & W Industries Inc., of New York, N.Y.Hazard: The zipper pull on the jacket can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.Incidents/Injuries: G & W Industries has received one report of a zipper pull detaching into the hands of a toddler. No injuries have been reported.Description: This recall involves "Little Lass" toddler pants sets sold with a velour jacket and pants, and a tee-shirt. The sets were sold in red and black, and have the words, "Snow Angel" printed on the front of the jacket. Sizes included in the recall are 2T, 3T and 4T.Sold at: Meijer Stores nationwide from October 2006 through December 2006 for about $20.Manufactured in: PhilippinesRemedy: Consumers should immediately return the recalled pants sets to the nearest Meijer Store for a full refund.Consumer Contact: For additional information, consumers can contact G & W Industries collect at (212) 736-4848 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

Hazard

The zipper pull on the jacket can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Incidents & Injuries

G & W Industries has received one report of a zipper pull detaching into the hands of a toddler. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy Instructions

Consumers should immediately return the recalled pants sets to the nearest Meijer Store for a full refund.

What Should You Do?

Stop using this product immediately. Contact the manufacturer for a Refund at no charge. If you experienced an injury, report it at SaferProducts.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Follow the consumer action instructions in the recall notice above. Most recalls require you to stop using the product and contact the manufacturer directly — either by calling the toll-free number listed in the official CPSC notice or by visiting the manufacturer's website. You generally do not need a receipt or original packaging to claim a remedy. The manufacturer is legally required to provide the remedy (Refund) at no cost to you.

Federal law prohibits the sale of toys with small parts for children under age 3. CPSC uses a standardized small parts cylinder to test whether pieces from a toy can fit entirely inside — if they can, they are considered a choking hazard. Products marketed for children under 3 must not contain any small parts. Beyond the legal requirements, the CPSC and pediatricians recommend keeping all small objects away from children under 4, as the risk of choking extends beyond the formal legal age threshold.

In most cases, no. CPSC-coordinated recall remedies are designed to be accessible without proof of purchase. Manufacturers typically ask consumers to self-certify ownership and may ask for photos of the product or its serial number. Some manufacturers request that you mail in a portion of the product (such as a cut cord or removed component) as proof of disposal. Check the specific remedy instructions for this recall for exact requirements. If you registered your product at the time of purchase, the process is usually even simpler.

If the original manufacturer has gone out of business, the recall remedy may no longer be available through them. In this case, contact CPSC directly at 1-800-638-2772 or cpsc.gov for guidance. If the brand was acquired by another company, the acquiring company may have assumed recall obligations. In some cases where a remedy is unavailable, CPSC advises consumers to safely dispose of the product. If you were injured by the product of a defunct company, consult a product liability attorney — parent companies, distributors, and retailers may still bear liability in some circumstances.