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First Birthday Party Hats Recalled by Creative Expressions Due to Choking Hazard

Recall 07-208 · June 7, 2007 · Creative Expressions

What to doConsumers should discard the hats immediately and contact Creative Expressions to receive a full refund.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
07-208 (CPSC)
Recall date
June 7, 2007
Brand
Creative Expressions
Category
Clothing and accessories
Products
Children's Party Hats
Hazard
Choking Hazard
Hazard type
Choking and ingestion
Units
About 43,100
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
January 26, 2015

What was recalled

The paper party hats involved in this recall measure 6.5 inches high by 4.5 inches wide and are cone shaped. The blue paper hats have "1st" printed on the front and blue foil fringe glued to the bottom.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Children's Party Hats · About 43,100 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Party and discount department stores nationwide from February 2005 through May 2007 for about $4.; Creative Expressions, of Indianapolis, Ind..

Injuries or incidents reported

No incidents or injuries have been reported.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Creative Expressions at (800) 428-5017 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ceg4party.com

Recall history and context

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 136 recalls in the clothing and accessories category, 19 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Children's Party Hats (About 43,100 units). 5 inches wide and are cone shaped.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Choking Hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should discard the hats immediately and contact Creative Expressions to receive a full refund.

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