The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·12279·Announced 2012-09-18

H&M Recalls Children's Water Bottles Due to Choking Hazard

H&M is recalling about 2,900 children's water bottles sold in the U.S. because the spout can break off, posing a choking hazard.

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 choking hazard, which is a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

H&M Hennes & Mauritz is recalling approximately 2,900 16-ounce children's water bottles sold exclusively at H&M stores nationwide. The bottles are made of pink or blue plastic with a crackle design and feature flip-top lids. The recalled products were manufactured in June 2012 in Italy and sold for about $5 between July 2012 and August 2012. The bottom of the bottle is embossed with "H&M Sweden" and "www.hm.com," along with a date clock showing the number 12 with an arrow pointing to the number 6.

The recall was issued because the water bottle's spout can break off, which poses a choking hazard to children. H&M has received one report of an incident in England where the spout broke off in a child's mouth while drinking. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers should immediately stop using the water bottle and return it to H&M for a full refund. For additional information, consumers can contact H&M toll-free at (855) 466-7467 or visit the company's recall page at www.hm.com.

The recalled product

Product
Children's Water Bottle
Manufacturer
H&M Hennes & Mauritz, New York, N.Y.
Category
Consumer Product — Children's Water Bottle
Hazard
Affected units
2,900

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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