The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·07294·Announced 2007-08-29

Paramount Recalls Youth Nylon Bucket Hats Due to Strangulation Hazard

Paramount Apparel is recalling toddler and youth nylon bucket hats sold at Bass Pro Shops because the drawstrings pose a strangulation risk to young children.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (strangulation hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Paramount Apparel International is recalling approximately 500 toddler and youth nylon bucket hats due to a strangulation hazard. The hats feature a bungee drawstring sewn into the crown, which poses a risk to young children. The product was sold exclusively at Bass Pro Shops retail stores nationwide from February 2007 through June 2007 for about $8.

The recalled hats are nylon, bucket-shaped with mesh sides and nylon fabric strips on the sides that snap up. The front of the hat includes a zipper pocket with a silver boat-anchor appliqué and embroidered text. A label sewn into the back inside of the hat reads "Bass Pro Shops." No incidents or injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers should stop using the recalled hats immediately. To eliminate the hazard, consumers can remove the drawstring or contact Paramount Apparel to receive a refund or replacement item. For more information, consumers can contact Paramount Apparel toll-free at (866) 618-7179 between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the company's website.

The recalled product

Product
Toddler and Youth Nylon Bucket Hats
Category
Consumer Product — Children's Clothing
Hazard
Affected units
500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Related recalls

Same hazard · strangulation

See all →