CPSC2014-01-22
Playtex Recalls Pacifier Holder Clips Due to Choking Hazard
Playtex Products Inc., of Dover, Del.
Hazard
The pacifier holder clips can crack and a small part can break off which poses a choking hazard to small children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled pacifier holders away from infants and contact Playtex for instructions on how to return the product for a full refund.
Sold at
Walmart, other major retailers, juvenile product, baby and discount stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, among others, from July 2010 through October 2013 for about $3.
Affected count
About 1.25 million in the U.S. and 150,000 in Canada
Injuries reported
Playtex has received 99 reports of the holder cracking or breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Playtex pacifier holder clips
Consumer contact
Playtex toll-free at (888) 220-2075 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.playtexproducts.com and click on Recall for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/Playtex-Recalls-Pacifier-Holder-ClipsDon't want to check this manually?
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