CPSC, Atico International USA, Inc. Announce Recall of Children's Arm Band Pool Floats Sold at CVS Stores
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2005-09-02). Hazards: drowning. About 480,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05257 |
| Published | 2005-09-02 |
| Last updated | 2024-11-01 |
| Product category | Baby Floats |
| Products | Surf Club™ Arm Bands |
| Firm named in the title | Atico International USA, Inc. |
| Firms | CVS Pharmacy, Inc., of Woonsocket, R.I. (importer); Atico International USA, Inc., of Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 480,000 |
| Hazard classes | drowning |
| Remedy classes | dispose |
| Sold | CVS stores nationwide, from April 2003 through August 2005, for about $1. |
Description
The recalled plastic inflatable arm band pool floats are bright orange on the outside and white on the inside with an inflation valve on each side. They are imprinted with a "Surf Club" logo, "CVS/pharmacy," and "Caution: This is not a lifesaving device. Do not leave child unattended while in use." When inflated, the arm bands measure about 8 inches long by 6 inches wide.
Hazard
The seams of the inflatable arm bands can tear, causing them to deflate. This poses a drowning hazard to young children.
Remedy
The firm is out of business, the remedy is no longer available, and the product should be discarded or destroyed.
Incidents and injuries
Atico International has received two reports of the seams of inflatable arm bands tearing during use. No injuries have been reported. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
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