CPSC recall · Reported June 8, 2000
Playtex Products Voluntarily Announces Pacifier Recall in Cooperation with CPSC
Because the latex is aging faster than normal, the nipple can detach from the shield, presenting a choking hazard to babies.
Playtex Products Inc., of Westport, Conn. recalled Only Classic Patterns "Cherubs" and Soft Comfort latex pacifiers are being recalled. The ….
Playtex Products Voluntarily Announces Pacifier Recall in Cooperation with CPSC was recalled by Playtex Products Inc., of Westport, Conn. in June 8, 2000. Reason: Because the latex is aging faster than normal, the nipple can detach from the shield, presenting a choking ha…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled pacifiers immediately and return them directly t…. Verify recall #00121 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Playtex Products Inc., of Westport, Conn. issued this CPSC recall-Because the latex is aging faster than normal, the nipple can detach from the shield, presenting a choking ha….
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- agency class
- June 8, 2000
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #00121 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #00121) was formally reported on June 8, 2000. The CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for its recalls, so this record carries no agency severity grade, with a current status of Active. Playtex Products Inc., of Westport, Conn. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 1.8 million.
The documented reason for this recall is: Because the latex is aging faster than normal, the nipple can detach from the shield, presenting a choking hazard to babies. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using the recalled pacifiers immediately and return them directly to Playtex for a free replacement pacifier or a $3 coupon toward the purchase of another Playtex infant feeding… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
Only Classic Patterns "Cherubs" and Soft Comfort latex pacifiers are being recalled. The Classic Patterns pacifiers have the word "Cherubs" embossed in bold block letters on the colored knob of the pacifier shield. The Soft Comfort pacifiers have a soft, butterfly- shaped shield, available with or without a swivel handle. The word "Playtex" is embossed on the pacifier's swivel handle. The pacifiers come in a variety of colors and designs. They were packaged individually or in sets of two. UPC Code Product Name 078300-05448-1 Soft Comfort Pacifier - 1 Pack 078300-05442-9 Soft Comfort Angled Orthodontic Pacifier - 1 Pack 078300-05528-0 Soft Comfort Pacifier - 2 Pack 078300-05529-7 Soft Comfort Angled Orthodontic Pacifier - 2 Pack 078300-01023-4 Classic Patterns/Cherubs Oval Pacifier - 1 Pack 078300-01118-7 Classic Patterns/Cherubs Angled Orthodontic Pacifier - 1 Pack 078300-01024-1 Classic Patterns/Cherubs Oval Pacifier - 2 Pack 078300-01128-6 Classic Patterns/Cherubs Angled Orthodontic Pacifier - 2 Pack 078300-01041-8 Classic Patterns/Cherubs Pacifier & Holder Set No other Playtex pacifier is involved in this recall.
Reason for recall
Because the latex is aging faster than normal, the nipple can detach from the shield, presenting a choking hazard to babies.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled pacifiers immediately and return them directly to Playtex for a free replacement pacifier or a $3 coupon toward the purchase of another Playtex infant feeding or soothing product. Consumers should send the pacifiers to Playtex Pacifiers, Playtex Products Inc., 20 Troy Road, Whippany, NJ 07981. Playtex will reimburse consumers for postage.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 00121 |
| Date reported | June 8, 2000 |
| Date initiated | June 8, 2000 |
| Recalling firm | Playtex Products Inc., of Westport, Conn. |
| Affected scope | About 1.8 million |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using the recalled pacifiers immediately and return them directly to Playtex for a free replacement pacifie…
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