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Product recall · CPSCMarch 27, 2008Serious
Avon Products Plush Warming Polar Bears
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The warming pouch inside the bear can overheat and ignite when heated in a microwave oven, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled warming bear and return the buckwheat-filled pouch for a full refund. Avon is directly contacting consumers who purchased the warming bear.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Avon toll-free at (877) 217-0916 between 6 a.m. and midnight ET Monday through Saturday, and on Sunday between 12 p.m. and midnight ET, or visit the firm's Web site at www.avon.com
The product
The recalled white plush warming bear has a red hat and brown nose. It is about 17 inches long and comes with a buckwheat-filled pouch that is heated in a microwave oven and is inserted into an opening in the bear's belly. "Avon Products" is printed on a white tag sewn onto the bear.
Details
- Units affected
- About 113,000
- Recall date
- March 27, 2008
- Brand
- Haiyan Boai Gifts Factory, of China, Yangzhou Honesty Arts & Crafts Co. Ltd., of China
- Made or distributed by
- Avon Products Inc., of New York, N.Y.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Avon has received 41 reports of the warming polar bear overheating, including six reports of minor burns.
Avon independent sales representatives and at www.avon.com from July 2007 through February 2008 for about $13 when sold alone, or as part of a gift set that sold for about $100.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Avon Products Recalls Plush Warming Polar Bears Due to Fire and Burn Hazards”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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