Children's shoes

Clarks is recalling about 2,000 children's shoes because molded rubber pieces on the sole can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants and young children.

This recall involves Clarks children's shoes sold under the "crawlers" and "hazy daze" style names. The crawlers were sold in infant sizes 2 to 3 1/2; and the hazy daze in sizes 4 to 6 1/2. "Clarks" is printed on the sole underneath the heel and the words "Clarks First Shoes" is printed on a multi-colored label inside the shoe's heel area.

The following names and model numbers are included in this recall: Little Kyle Blue Crawler 89823, blue with red and black trim; Little Kyle Tan Crawler 89824, tan with blue and brown trim; India Sparkle White Crawler 88000, white with light green trim and pink stitching; Kirstin Baby Pink Crawler 88109, light pink with darker pink trim; Hazy Daze White Sandal 88234, white leather with cream and tan trim

The shoes were sold at Clarks stores nationwide from February through July 2009 for between $35 and $40.

Consumers should return the shoes to the nearest Clarks store for a full refund.

For additional information, contact C & J Clark America toll-free at 800-425-2757 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.clarkskidsusa.com

Garlic press/slicer

The Trudeau Corp. is recalling about 22,000 Trudeau Garlic Duo Slicers because the slicer blades can break during use, posing a laceration hazard to users.

The product is a combination garlic press and slicer. Recalled model numbers 998009, 998010 or 998010CB were printed on the product's packing card, hang tag, or UPC label, but not on the product. The units have "Trudeau" embossed on the handle.

The garlic press/slicer was sold at retail stores nationwide for about $20.

Consumers should contact Trudeau for directions on how to receive a free replacement garlic press and a complimentary set of three flipper measuring spoons.

For additional information, contact Trudeau toll-free at 888-887 8332 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday to Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.trudeaucorp.com