CPSC, Hellenic Rug Imports Inc. Announce Recall of Shag Leather Rugs
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2005-10-25). Hazards: fire, burn, non compliance. About 1,800 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 06016 |
| Published | 2005-10-25 |
| Last updated | 2024-04-05 |
| Product category | Carpets/Rugs |
| Products | Shag Leather Rugs |
| Firm named in the title | Hellenic Rug Imports Inc. |
| Firms | Hellenic Rug Imports Inc., of Brooklyn, N.Y. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | India |
| Units (US) | 1,800 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn, non compliance |
| Remedy classes | dispose |
| Sold | Internet and catalog retailers nationwide from September 2002 through October 2005 for between $50 and $600, depending on the size. |
Description
The recall includes only beige and champagne leather shag rugs with Hellenic's name on the label. Large sizes include 5 feet by 8 feet and 8 feet by 11 feet and small sizes include 3 feet 5 inches by 5 feet 5 inches, 2 feet by 3 feet and 2 feet by 8 feet. A label on the rugs reads, "Hellenic Rug Imports, Inc."
Hazard
The large rugs fail to meet the federal mandatory standard for flammability, under the Flammable Fabrics Act, and could ignite, presenting a risk of burn injuries. The smaller size rugs are missing labels identifying them as flammable.
Remedy
Firm is no longer in business. Remedy is not available. Discard this product.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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