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Product recall · CPSCApril 7, 2009Serious
Pacifiers
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What’s wrong
The pacifiers failed to meet federal safety standards. The nipples can separate from the base easily, posing a choking hazard to young children.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Choking hazard from small parts.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled pacifiers away from children and contact Healthtex for a refund or exchange.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Healthtex toll-free at (866) 348-5080 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
The product
This recall involves Zoo pacifiers with animal cartoon figures as handles. The pacifier has a round-shaped mouth guard with three ventilation holes. "Made in Spain" is printed on the handle side of the mouth guard and "Mi Tosoro" is printed on the cardboard packaging.
Details
- Units affected
- About 40,000
- Recall date
- April 7, 2009
- Brand
- Healthtex, of Miami, Fla.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Supermarkets and pharmacy stores nationwide from December 2002 through March 2009 for about $1.40.
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: “Pacifiers Recalled by Healthtex 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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