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CPSC recall · Reported December 19, 2007

Stuffer Bear Recalled Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Victoria’s Secret Internet site

The neck medallion zipper pull can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Recall #
08529
Affected scope
About 80
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Chang Zhou Ganghua Mfg., of China recalled The cosmetic stuffer bear was designed to hold cosmetics and/or gift cards. It is a plush… - a moderate-severity action.

Stuffer Bear Recalled Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Victoria’s Secret Intern… was recalled by Chang Zhou Ganghua Mfg., of China in December 19, 2007. Reason: The neck medallion zipper pull can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the stuffer bears and keep out of the reach of yo…. Verify recall #08529 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Chang Zhou Ganghua Mfg., of China issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The neck medallion zipper pull can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children..

Moderate
severity level
December 19, 2007
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08529 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #08529) was formally reported on December 19, 2007. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Chang Zhou Ganghua Mfg., of China is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 80.

The documented reason for this recall is: The neck medallion zipper pull can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. 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 immediately stop using the stuffer bears and keep out of the reach of young children. Victoria's Secret has sent consumers a postage paid return mailer enclosed. Customers returning … - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 1 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in its category - 1,360 cosmetics & personal care recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 80

Related Recalls

6

1 from same agency

Product description

The cosmetic stuffer bear was designed to hold cosmetics and/or gift cards. It is a plush bear with a zipper down the body. A "VS" neck medallion serves as the zipper pull. The bear was sold in pink and leopard.

Reason for recall

The neck medallion zipper pull can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the stuffer bears and keep out of the reach of young children. Victoria's Secret has sent consumers a postage paid return mailer enclosed. Customers returning the bear will receive a refund, postage and a $10 gift certificate.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 08529
Date reported December 19, 2007
Date initiated December 19, 2007
Recalling firm Chang Zhou Ganghua Mfg., of China
Affected scope About 80
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 immediately stop using the stuffer bears and keep out of the reach of young children. Victoria's Secret has sent…

  • Check the recall number (08529) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The cosmetic stuffer bear was designed to hold cosmetics and/or gift cards. It is a plush bear with a zipper down the body. A "VS" neck medallion serves as the zipper pull. The bear was sold in pink and leopard.. Recalled by Chang Zhou Ganghua Mfg., of China. Units affected: About 80.
Why was this product recalled?
The neck medallion zipper pull can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the stuffer bears and keep out of the reach of young children. Victoria's Secret has sent consumers a postage paid return mailer enclosed. Customers returning the bear will receive a refund, postage and a $10 gift certificate.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 19, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 08529.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (08529) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported December 19, 2007. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.