Hobby Lobby Recalls Infant Pacifier Holders Due to Choking Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2016-05-12). Hazards: choking. About 12,900 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16160 |
| Published | 2016-05-12 |
| Last updated | 2016-05-12 |
| Product category | Pacifiers and Teething Rings |
| Products | Pacifier holders |
| Firm named in the title | Hobby Lobby |
| Firms | Hobby Lobby Stores Inc., of Oklahoma City, Okla. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 12,900 |
| Hazard classes | choking |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Hobby Lobby Stores nationwide from January 2016 through April 2016 for about $5. |
Description
This recall involves Little Wishes Summer Plush Pacifier Holder, including the Blue Whale, item number 5202601, and the Pink Octopus, item number 5725213. The pacifier holders are made of a plush fabric, stuffed with fiber, measure approximately 4.5 inches by 2 inches and have a 10-inch ribbon attached to the body. The item number is printed on the top left corner of the product hang tag. "Hobby Lobby 9123069" is printed on the front and back of the sewn-in label.
Hazard
The fin of the whale and the head of the octopus can detach from the pacifier holder, posing a choking hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pacifier holders and return them to the nearest Hobby Lobby store for a full refund or store credit.
Incidents and injuries
Hobby Lobby has received one report of the whale fin detaching from the pacifier holder. No injuries have been reported.
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