About 44,000 children's giraffe security blankets sold at Target are being recalled. The balls on top of the giraffe's horns can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.The recall involves the pink "I Love You" security blanket with a giraffe plush head. The blanket measures about 14 inches wide by 14 inches in length. "I Love You" is embroidered on the blanket. Style number Y22230H and "Just One Year a division of Carter's" are sewn into a label on the blanket.
The blankets were sold exclusively at Target stores from January 2009 through August 2009 for about $9. They were made in China.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled blankets away from children and contact the importer, Rashti & Rashti, for a full refund.
For additional information, contact Rashti & Rashti toll-free at (888) 594-3730 between 8:30 a.m. and 9:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.rashtiandrashti.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
