June 7, 2007
First Birthday Party Hats are being recalled because of a choking hazard.
Foil fringe glued to the bottom edge of the party hats can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
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.
The hats were sold at party and discount department stores nationwide from February 2005 through May 2007 for about $4.
Consumers should discard the hats immediately and contact Creative Expressions to receive a full refund.
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 firms Web site at www.ceg4party.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
