Pacifiers Recalled by Healthtex Due to Choking Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-04-07). Hazards: choking. About 40,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09186 |
| Published | 2009-04-07 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Pacifiers & Accessories |
| Products | Zoo Pacifiers |
| Firm named in the title | Healthtex |
| Firms | Healthtex, of Miami, Fla. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Spain |
| Units (US) | 40,000 |
| Hazard classes | choking |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Supermarkets and pharmacy stores nationwide from December 2002 through March 2009 for about $1.40. |
Description
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.
Hazard
The pacifiers failed to meet federal safety standards. The nipples can separate from the base easily, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled pacifiers away from children and contact Healthtex for a refund or exchange.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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