Near Strangulation Prompts Recall of Roman Blinds; Sold Exclusively at IKEA
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-08-26). Hazards: strangulation. About 120,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09325 |
| Published | 2009-08-26 |
| Last updated | 2015-01-15 |
| Product category | Blinds, Shades & Cords |
| Products | MELINA Roman Blinds |
| Firms | IKEA Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | Taiwan |
| Units (US) | 120,000 |
| Hazard classes | strangulation |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | IKEA stores nationwide from August 2006 through June 2008 for between $20 and $40. |
Description
This recall includes all sizes/colors of MELINA Roman blinds. These blinds have a sewn-in label at the top edge of the blind with the IKEA logotype, article name (MELINA), 5-digit supplier number 19395, four-digit date stamp (YYWW) and the words "Made in Taiwan". On the bottom edge of the blind there is a sewn-in orange/white safety warning label. The blinds are made from 100% polyester.
Hazard
Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the blind or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck. The Roman blind has a continuous looped bead chain that when not attached to the wall or floor, hangs loosely by the blind, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Roman blinds and return them to any IKEA store for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and IKEA received a report of a 2-year-old boy who suffered a near strangulation. His mother found him hanging from the looped bead chain.
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