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CPSC recall · Reported July 23, 2009

Violation of Federal Mattress Flammability Standard Prompts Recall of Mattresses by Foamorder.com

The foam blocks with cotton covers (intended to be used as mattresses) fail to meet the mandatory federal open flame standard for mattresses, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Recall #
09756
Affected scope
About 140
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Foamorder.com, of San Francisco, Calif. recalled This recall involves the Natural Sense foam blocks with cotton covers intended to be used… - a moderate-severity action.

Violation of Federal Mattress Flammability Standard Prompts Recall of Mattresses by Foamo… was recalled by Foamorder.com, of San Francisco, Calif. in July 23, 2009. Reason: The foam blocks with cotton covers (intended to be used as mattresses) fail to meet the mandatory federal ope…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately contact Foamorder.com to determine if their mattress is incl…. Verify recall #09756 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Foamorder.com, of San Francisco, Calif. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The foam blocks with cotton covers (intended to be used as mattresses) fail to meet the mandatory federal ope….

Moderate
severity level
July 23, 2009
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #09756 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #09756) was formally reported on July 23, 2009. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Foamorder.com, of San Francisco, Calif. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 140.

The documented reason for this recall is: The foam blocks with cotton covers (intended to be used as mattresses) fail to meet the mandatory federal open flame standard for mattresses, posing a fire hazard to consumers. 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 contact Foamorder.com to determine if their mattress is included in the recall, and if it is, to receive a free additional cover to be placed over their mattress. - 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, 6 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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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 140

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves the Natural Sense foam blocks with cotton covers intended to be used as a mattress. The foam block was sold in the following sizes: Twin (38"x75") Twin Long (38"x80") Full (53"x75") Full Long (53"x80") Queen (60"x80") Cal. King (72"x84") E. King (76"x80") Foam mattresses that have a cover with a gold ribbon pattern and a label stating "This mattress meets the requirements of 16 CFR Part 1633 (federal flammability (open flame) standard for mattress sets) when used without a foundation or with foundations" are not included in this recall.

Reason for recall

The foam blocks with cotton covers (intended to be used as mattresses) fail to meet the mandatory federal open flame standard for mattresses, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately contact Foamorder.com to determine if their mattress is included in the recall, and if it is, to receive a free additional cover to be placed over their mattress.

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 09756
Date reported July 23, 2009
Date initiated July 23, 2009
Recalling firm Foamorder.com, of San Francisco, Calif.
Affected scope About 140
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 contact Foamorder.com to determine if their mattress is included in the recall, and if it is, to rec…

  • Check the recall number (09756) 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

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the Natural Sense foam blocks with cotton covers intended to be used as a mattress. The foam block was sold in the following sizes: Twin (38"x75") Twin Long (38"x80") Full (53"x75") Full Long (53"x80") Queen (60"x80") Cal. King (72"x84") E. King (76"x80") Foam mattresses that have a cover with a gold ribbon pattern and a label stating "This mattress meets the requirements of 16 CFR Part 1633 (federal flammability (open flame) standard for mattress sets) when used without a foundation or with foundations" are not included in this recall.. Recalled by Foamorder.com, of San Francisco, Calif.. Units affected: About 140.
Why was this product recalled?
The foam blocks with cotton covers (intended to be used as mattresses) fail to meet the mandatory federal open flame standard for mattresses, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately contact Foamorder.com to determine if their mattress is included in the recall, and if it is, to receive a free additional cover to be placed over their mattress.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 23, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09756.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (09756) 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 July 23, 2009. 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.