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Product recall · CPSCJanuary 11, 2011Serious
Men's Sherpa Shirts
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The shirts fail to meet the federal flammability standard for wearing apparel and pose a risk of burn injury.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled shirts immediately and contact Foria International for information on returning the shirts for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Foria International toll free at (888) 999-6568 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.foria.com
The product
The recalled men's pullover Sherpa shirts have a four-snap placket and long sleeves with rib-knit cuffs. The shirts are made from 80 percent cotton and 20 percent polyester blend brushed Sherpa fleece in olive and burgundy. A "Norm Thompson" woven label is located at the center back neckline of the garments.
Details
- Units affected
- About 20,800 units
- Recall date
- January 11, 2011
- Brand
- Foria International Inc., of City of Industry, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- The firm received two reports from consumers stating that the shirts quickly caught on fire. No injuries were reported.
Norm Thompson catalogs and website and at Norm Thompson Stores in Lake Oswego, Lincoln City, Troutdale, Portland, and Portland Airport, all in Oregon; and in North Conway, N.H. and Kearneysville, W.V. from September 2003 through November 2009 for about $45.00.
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: “Men's Sherpa Shirts Recalled by Foria International Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard”
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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