December 11, 2025 – A recent consumer incident report details an experience with Snugaloo brand Christmas theme socks purchased from Dollar Tree, where metallic threads in the socks are suspected of causing significant skin irritation and pain after only brief wear. The incident raises concerns about potential hazards, especially for vulnerable populations such as children.
Product Details
Incident Overview
On November 23, 2025, a consumer purchased Snugaloo brand Christmas theme socks featuring metallic threads from a Dollar Tree store. Approximately ten minutes after putting on the socks, the consumer reported experiencing throbbing pain in their feet. Upon removing the socks, their feet were noticeably red and continued to hurt. The consumer speculated that the metallic thread material might be either directly irritating the skin or causing tiny cuts, noting the rapid onset and persistence of pain and redness. They expressed particular concern about the potential impact on children who might not be able to verbalize their discomfort, or on anyone wearing shoes over the socks, which could exacerbate the issue.
Safety Concerns
The incident with the Snugaloo Christmas theme socks highlights several potential safety concerns:
- Immediate Skin Irritation/Injury: The metallic threads appear to be causing rapid and significant irritation, leading to redness and throbbing pain. This could be due to the abrasive nature of the metallic material, sharp edges creating micro-cuts, or a contact dermatitis reaction to the metal or dyes used in the threads.
- Risk to Children: As noted by the consumer, young children who cannot verbalize pain are at particular risk. Prolonged exposure could lead to more severe skin damage, discomfort, or even infection if cuts occur and are not promptly addressed.
- Aggravated Symptoms: Wearing shoes over such socks could intensify friction and pressure, potentially worsening irritation or cuts, and trapping heat and moisture, which can further irritate damaged skin or promote bacterial growth.
- Allergic Reactions: While not confirmed, metallic threads can sometimes contain nickel or other allergens that could trigger allergic contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals.
- Long-Term Effects: Repeated exposure or prolonged wear could lead to chronic skin irritation, scarring from cuts, or persistent allergic reactions.
What Consumers Should Do
If you own Snugaloo Christmas theme socks with metallic threads or similar seasonal socks from Dollar Tree or other retailers:
- Immediately Discontinue Use: If you experience any discomfort, redness, pain, or irritation, remove the socks immediately and stop wearing them.
- Inspect Your Feet: Check your feet for redness, cuts, rash, or any other signs of irritation. If symptoms persist or worsen, seek medical advice.
- Monitor Children: Be vigilant if children have worn these or similar socks. Look for signs of discomfort such as unusual fussiness, attempts to remove socks, or visible skin irritation.
- Report the Incident: If you or someone you know has experienced a similar reaction, report the incident to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at www.SaferProducts.gov. This helps the CPSC identify potential widespread issues and take appropriate action.
- Retain Product: Do not discard the socks. Keeping the product, its packaging, and proof of purchase can be important for investigations or potential claims.
Manufacturer’s Response
As of the date of this post, the manufacturer, GREENBRIER INTERNATIONAL, has not yet provided a response regarding this specific incident.
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Note: This information is based on incident reports provided by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. If you find information that is incorrect, please contact us immediately so we can correct the post to reflect accurate information.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. This article is based on publicly available incident reports. The incidents mentioned have not necessarily been independently verified or adjudicated.