CPSC, Samara Brothers Inc. Announce Recall of Children's Swimsuit Cover-ups
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2004-06-22 · 04166
Hazards
The zipper-pull on the cover-up can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Recall
Number
04166
Date
2004-06-22
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Children's Swimsuit Cover-ups
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Samara Brothers Inc., of Edison, N.J.
Retailer(s)
Department stores and specialty shops nationwide, from January 2004 through April 2004, for between $10 and $20.
Country of manufacture
China; Egypt
Description
The recalled cover-ups were sold in various colors for boys and girls. Cover-ups were sold separately or as part of a swimsuit set. The cover-ups were sold under the brand names "Samara" and "Carter's," in sizes ranging from 3 to 24 months, 2T to 4T and 4X to 6X. On the short-sleeved cover-up are various patches depicting beach and swim-related themes. The name "Samara" or "Carter's" is printed on the garment-care tag, along with the size.