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Douglas Co. Recalls Children's Blankets Due to Strangulation Hazard

Reported: May 20, 2008 Initiated: May 20, 2008 #08275

Product Description

The recalled children's blankets are 14 inches square with an animal head sewn in the middle. The satin border around the outside edge is about one inch wide. The blankets were sold in the following styles: Style Number Description 1327 Cream Lamb 1328 Cream/Tan Horse 1329 Green Frog 1330 Pink Horse 1331 Blue Bear 1332 Yellow Giraffe 1333 Tan Pup 1339 Yellow Duck 1341 Brown Monkey 1351 Pink Bear P.O. Number Only blankets with a P.O. number of 1330 or below are included in this recall The style number, followed by the P.O. number, is identified on a white tab sewn into the blankets behind the Douglas red label.

Reason for Recall

The blanket's satin edge can come loose, posing a strangulation hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should take the blankets away from children immediately and return it to Douglas for a free replacement blanket or credit toward another item of equal value.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled children's blankets are 14 inches square with an animal head sewn in the middle. The satin border around the outside edge is about one inch wide. The blankets were sold in the following styles: Style Number Description 1327 Cream Lamb 1328 Cream/Tan Horse 1329 Green Frog 1330 Pink Horse 1331 Blue Bear 1332 Yellow Giraffe 1333 Tan Pup 1339 Yellow Duck 1341 Brown Monkey 1351 Pink Bear P.O. Number Only blankets with a P.O. number of 1330 or below are included in this recall The style number, followed by the P.O. number, is identified on a white tab sewn into the blankets behind the Douglas red label.. Recalled by Douglas Co., of Keene N.H.. Units affected: About 74,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The blanket's satin edge can come loose, posing a strangulation hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should take the blankets away from children immediately and return it to Douglas for a free replacement blanket or credit toward another item of equal value.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 20, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 08275.