The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·96162·Announced 1996-07-09

Catton Brothers Recalls Minnie Mouse Nautical Outfits Due to Choking Hazard

Catton Brothers is recalling about 29,400 infant and toddler Minnie Mouse nautical outfits because a small cloth loop can detach and pose 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 for infants, which is a high-risk product hazard. Although one incident of the loop detaching was reported, the source explicitly states that no injuries have been reported, fitting the criteria for a score of 3.

Plain-English summary

In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Catton Brothers of New York is recalling approximately 29,400 infant and toddler girl's Minnie Mouse nautical outfits. The recall involves four styles: a knit dress with leggings (style 16500), an infant dress (style 18500), a toddler dress (style 19500), and a short set (style 17214H). These garments feature embroidered Minnie Mouse appliques or beach scenes and long sailor ties at the neckline held together by small, beige fabric loops.

The hazard exists because the small cloth loop on the bow around the neckline can slide off, presenting a choking hazard to infants. Catton Brothers is aware of one incident in which the cloth loop detached from the garment, but neither the company nor the CPSC is aware of any injuries involving the outfits.

The outfits were sold nationwide through independent retailers from November 1995 through April 1996 for between $10 and $14. The dresses and dress with leggings were made in Thailand, while the short set was made in Hong Kong. Consumers should stop using the recalled garments immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. For more information, consumers can call Catton Brothers Corporation at (800) 357-6343.

The recalled product

Product
Catton Brothers infant and toddler girl's Minnie Mouse nautical outfits
Manufacturer
Catton Brothers
Category
Consumer Product — Children's Clothing
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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