Target Recalls Leather Pouf Ottoman Due to Suffocation and Choking Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2017-10-17). Hazards: suffocation, choking. About 7,500 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 18009 |
| Published | 2017-10-17 |
| Last updated | 2017-10-17 |
| Products | Room Essentials leather pouf ottoman |
| Firm named in the title | Target |
| Firms | Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 7,500 |
| Hazard classes | suffocation, choking |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Target stores nationwide and online from June 2017 through August 2017 for about $35. |
Description
This recall includes black, leather pouf ottomans filled with polystyrene beads. They measure about 22 3/16 inches long by 22 3/16 inches wide by 17 11/16 inches high. 'Room Essentials' and model number 249-19-1286 are printed on a white tag which is sewn into the seam of the product. The model number can also be found on the sales receipt.
Hazard
The zippers on the pouf ottomans can be opened by children who can then suffocate or choke on the pouf's polystyrene beads.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pouf ottoman, place it out of reach of children and return it to any Target store for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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