Infant Socks with Plastic Ornaments Warning by Princeton Hosiery Mills
Infant Socks with Plastic Ornaments Warning by Princeton Hosiery Mills
Recalling Firm: Le-Roi, Princeton Hosiery Mills
Reason for Recall / Hazard
TranslatedChoking
Product Description & Identification
TranslatedInfant Socks with Plastic Ornaments Warning by Princeton Hosiery Mills NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 11, 1988 Release # 88-020 Princeton Hosiery Mills Issues Warning On Plastic Ornaments On Infant Socks WASHINGTON --- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Le-Roi, a division of Princeton Hosiery Mills, Princeton, Kentucky, issued a warning today to consumers concerning two styles of its infant socks because they may present a choking or aspiration hazard if the plastic ornaments which are small parts, detach from the socks. Neither CPSC or Le-Roi knows of any injuries involving these socks. One style is a white sock with a blue, pink, turquoise or yellow stripe that had three pastel plastic teddy bears attached to the ankle. The other style is a white anklet with a "pearl" bead affixed to a satin bow on the cuff. Princeton Hosiery Mills marketed these hosiery items under it own "LE-ROI" label as well as under the "MOTHER CARE" label for Mother Care, Inc., New York, NY. The socks are identified as style numbers 1928 and 2213, or 2188 and 2120 respectively. The socks with the teddy bear ornaments were not shipped by Le-Roi after October 1986, and the socks with the pearl bead were not shipped after April 1987. Consumers who purchased these hosiery items for children under three should immediately remove the teddy bears and/or pearl bead from the socks and discard these ornaments to eliminate potential choking hazards. To report unsafe consumer products, call the CPSC toll-free hotline 800-638-CPSC. The teletypewriter number for the hearing impaired is (301) 595-7054.
Affected Products
TranslatedLe-Roi infant socks; Mother Care infant socks
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/1988/Princeton-Hosiery-Mills-Issues-Warning-On-Plastic-Ornaments-On-Infant-Socks |
| Title | Infant Socks with Plastic Ornaments Warning by Princeton Hosiery Mills |
| Hazards › Name | Choking |
| Products › 1 › Name | Le-Roi infant socks |
| Products › 1 › Type | Clothing (Children) |
| Products › 1 › Category I D | 1887 |
| Products › 2 › Name | Mother Care infant socks |
| Recall I D | 4734 |
| Recall Date | 1988-04-11T00:00:00 |
| Description | Infant Socks with Plastic Ornaments Warning by Princeton Hosiery Mills NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 11, 1988 Release # 88-020 Princeton Hosiery Mills Issues Warning On Plastic Ornaments On Infant Socks WASHINGTON --- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Le-Roi, a division of Princeton Hosiery Mills, Princeton, Kentucky, issued a warning today to consumers concerning two styles of its infant socks because they may present a choking or aspiration hazard if the plastic ornaments which are small parts, detach from the socks. Neither CPSC or Le-Roi knows of any injuries involving these socks. One style is a white sock with a blue, pink, turquoise or yellow stripe that had three pastel plastic teddy bears attached to the ankle. The other style is a white anklet with a "pearl" bead affixed to a satin bow on the cuff. Princeton Hosiery Mills marketed these hosiery items under it own "LE-ROI" label as well as under the "MOTHER CARE" label for Mother Care, Inc., New York, NY. The socks are identified as style numbers 1928 and 2213, or 2188 and 2120 respectively. The socks with the teddy bear ornaments were not shipped by Le-Roi after October 1986, and the socks with the pearl bead were not shipped after April 1987. Consumers who purchased these hosiery items for children under three should immediately remove the teddy bears and/or pearl bead from the socks and discard these ornaments to eliminate potential choking hazards. To report unsafe consumer products, call the CPSC toll-free hotline 800-638-CPSC. The teletypewriter number for the hearing impaired is (301) 595-7054. |
| Recall Number | 88020 |
| Manufacturers › 1 › Name | Le-Roi |
| Manufacturers › 2 › Name | Princeton Hosiery Mills |
| Last Publish Date | 2015-01-06T00:00:00 |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Infant Socks with Plastic Ornaments Warning by Princeton Hosiery Mills?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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