Recall Alert: Baby Clothes and Household Products - March 2007

Toddler Pants Sets Sold Exclusively at Meijer Stores Recalled for Choking Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled product immediately unless otherwise instructed:

Name of product: Toddler Pants Sets

Units: About 1,800

Manufacturer: G & W Industries Inc., of New York, N.Y.

Hazard: The zipper pull on the jacket can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Incidents/Injuries: G & W Industries has received one report of a zipper pull detaching into the hands of a toddler. No injuries have been reported.

Description: This recall involves “Little Lass” toddler pants sets sold with a velour jacket and pants, and a tee-shirt. The sets were sold in red and black, and have the words, “Snow Angel” printed on the front of the jacket. Sizes included in the recall are 2T, 3T and 4T.

Sold at: Meijer Stores nationwide from October 2006 through December 2006 for about $20.

Manufactured in: Philippines

Remedy: Consumers should immediately return the recalled pants sets to the nearest Meijer Store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, consumers can contact G & W Industries collect at (212) 736-4848 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

Children’s Bracelets Recalled by DM Merchandising Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of product: Children’s “Ultra Gear” Bracelets

Units: About 86,400

Importer: DM Merchandising Inc., of Elmhurst, Ill.

Hazard: The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: The recalled bracelets are 8-inch long, silver-colored chain bands that have a 1 ½ -inch long casting with assorted designs, including a snake and a sword.

Sold at: U.S. Gifts stores, dollar stores and small discount stores nationwide from July 2004 through January 2007 for about $1.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take this jewelry away from children. Consumers should return the recalled jewelry to the store where purchased or contact DM Merchandising for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact DM Merchandising at (800) 548-6784 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.dmmerchandising.com

Conair Recalls Curling Irons for Shock and Electrocution Hazards

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed:

Name of product: Curling Irons

Units: About 322,000

Manufacturer: Conair Corp., of Stamford, Conn.

Hazard: The handle of the curling iron can come apart exposing its line cord, posing a shock or electrocution hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: This recall involves ceramic, gold-matte finish curling irons. The irons have a 1, 1¼, or 1½-inch barrel, metal counter rest, vertically placed ON-OFF buttons, and a heat set dial that ranges from 0 to 30. A four-digit date code can be found on the plug prong. Date codes included in this recall range from November 2005 through July 2006 (ex. 0706). The name “Conair” is printed on the handle of the iron.

Sold at: Discount retailers and drug stores nationwide during January 2006 for about $25.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled curling iron and contact Conair to receive a free replacement.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Conair at (800) 687-6916 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.conair.com/ironrecall.html

IKEA Recalls Vases Due to Laceration Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of product: PARODI Glass Floor Vases

Units: About 110,000 nationwide (and about 767,000 more worldwide)

Manufacturer: IKEA Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa.

Hazard: The base of these vases can break off unexpectedly, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: IKEA has received 18 reports of these vases breaking, resulting in seven reports of injury. In the U.S. a single incident has been reported. The consumer sustained a cut to her foot. Additionally, six reports involving injury have been received from outside of the U.S., with five consumers sustaining cuts to the hand requiring hospital treatment.

Description: The recalled vases have thick black, white or clear glass walls. They stand about 28 inches high and weigh about 11 pounds. The base diameter is about 6 inches and the top diameter is about 9 inches. The IKEA logo and one of three article numbers are printed on the underside of the base. The article numbers are 201-102-34 (black), 501-121-99 (white) and 000-795-45 (clear).

Sold at: IKEA stores exclusively nationwide from April 2004 through December 2006 for about $40.

Manufactured in: Poland

Remedy: Consumers should return the vase to their local IKEA store for a full refund. To avoid the risk of breakage and possible injury, handle the vase with care.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact IKEA at (888) 966-4532 anytime, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.ikea-usa.com

This page only lists some of the recent recalls of potentially dangerous products. To find out about other product recalls, visit the federal Consumer Product Safety Commission website at www.cpsc.gov.