Consumer Advice > Product Recalls > ToysJune 07, 2007

First Birthday Party Hats Recalled by Creative Expressions (Choking Hazard)

Creative Expressions, of Indianapolis, Ind. has recalled about 43,100 Children's Party Hats due to choking hazard.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Children's Party Hats

Units: About 43,100

Distributor: Creative Expressions, of Indianapolis, Ind.

Hazard: Foil fringe glued to the bottom edge of the party hats can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Incidents/Injuries: No incidents or injuries have been reported.

Description: The paper party hats involved in this recall measure 6.5-inches high by 4.5-inches wide and are cone shaped. The blue paper hats have "1st" printed on the front and blue foil fringe glued to the bottom.

Sold at: Party and discount department stores nationwide from February 2005 through May 2007 for about $4.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should discard the hats immediately and contact Creative Expressions to receive a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Creative Expressions at (800) 428-5017 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ceg4party.com

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