The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced recalls of the following products. Consumers should stop using recalled products unless otherwise instructed.
Product: H&M girls water shoes
Units: 1,900
Manufacturer: H&M USA, of New York
Hazard: Though these shoes are marketed for use around water for traction, they become extremely slippery when wet. This poses a risk of falling on smooth, hard surfaces such as tile.
Description: The pink and blue shoes have a multicolored trim and a pink rubber sole with silver glitter incased within it. A butterfly appliqué is attached to the top, and flower emblems are on the back and sides.
Sold at: H&M stores in the Northeast U.S. and California from March 2005 through May 2006 for $8.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using these shoes and return them to any H&M store for a refund.
Contact: Call 877-439-6261 or visit www.hm.com.