September 3, 2008
Target is recalling about 330,000 pairs of Circo Rosette bobbie socks. The ribbon on the sock can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Target has received four reports of the ribbon detaching. No injuries have been reported.
The recall involves girls Circo bobbie socks. The socks were sold in packs of six (pink, purple, plain white and three pairs with a box), ranging in size from 6- to 12-months, 12- to 24-months and 2T to 5T. The socks are packaged in a green and white sleeve with a Circo-brand logo on the front.
The socks, made in Hong Kong, were sold at Target stores nationwide from January 2007 to July 2008 for about $6.
Consumers should take these socks away from children and return them to the nearest Target store to receive a full refund.
For additional information, contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.target.com.The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
