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Product recall · CPSCOctober 29, 2013Serious
BreathableBaby Wearable Blanket
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The zipper pull tabs and sliders can detach posing a choking hazard to infants.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Choking hazard from small parts.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the BreathableSacks from Lot No. 124 and contact BreathableBaby to request a replacement garment.
Who to contact: BreathableBaby toll-free at (877) 827-4442 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT Monday through Thursday or online at www.breathablebaby.com and click on Recall Information.
The product
The BreathableBaby BreathableSacks are sleeveless, wearable blankets. They come in two sizes: small (10-18 pounds) and medium (16-24 pounds) and come in three colors: kiwi Whoo, pink Hip, and blue Splash. There is one animal stitched on the left chest of each blanket of an owl, hippo or elephant. Only BreathableSacks from Lot No. 124 with a manufacture date of 04/17/2012 are included in the recall. A tag sewn inside the recalled units where the infant's right foot would be located states the "Date of Manufacture: 04/17/2012, Lot No. 124," along with the washing instructions on the back of the tag.
Details
- Units affected
- About 15,000
- Recall date
- October 29, 2013
- Brand
- BreathableBaby LLC, of Minnetonka, Minn.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Various stores and online retailers, and at www.breathablebaby.com, nationwide from June 2012 to August 2013 for about $20.
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: “BreathableBaby Recalls Wearable Blanket Due to Choking Hazard”
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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