Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported May 5, 2017
Women's Scarves Recalled by DGFA Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard; Sold Exclusively on Amazon.com (Recall Alert)
The women's scarves fail to meet federal flammability standard for clothing textiles, posing a risk of burn injuries to consumers.
The recall
Dgfa Inc., of China issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The women's scarves fail to meet federal flammability standard for clothing textiles, posing a risk of burn i….
- Moderate
- severity level
- May 5, 2017
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #17741 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #17741) was formally reported on May 5, 2017. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Dgfa Inc., of China is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 200.
The documented reason for this recall is: The women's scarves fail to meet federal flammability standard for clothing textiles, posing a risk of burn injuries 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 stop using the recalled scarves and contact the firm for a full refund. DGFA and Amazon are contacting consumers who purchased the scarves directly. — 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 — 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 the database
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Affected scope
About 200
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
This recall includes DG Fashion women's scarves with fringe. The recalled scarves measure about 78 inches long by 27 inches wide, are shimmery in appearance, and were sold in the following colors: black gold, blue, green, purple, gold and wine red. The scarves are made from 70% silk and 30% polyester.
Reason for recall
The women's scarves fail to meet federal flammability standard for clothing textiles, posing a risk of burn injuries to consumers.
Remedy — what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled scarves and contact the firm for a full refund. DGFA and Amazon are contacting consumers who purchased the scarves directly.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 17741 |
| Date reported | May 5, 2017 |
| Date initiated | May 5, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Dgfa Inc., of China |
| Affected scope | About 200 |
| 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall includes DG Fashion women's scarves with fringe. The recalled scarves measure about 78 inches long by 27 inches wide, are shimmery in appearance, and were sold in the following colors: black gold, blue, green, purple, gold and wine red. The scarves are made from 70% silk and 30% polyester.. Recalled by Dgfa Inc., of China. Units affected: About 200.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The women's scarves fail to meet federal flammability standard for clothing textiles, posing a risk of burn injuries to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled scarves and contact the firm for a full refund. DGFA and Amazon are contacting consumers who purchased the scarves directly.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 5, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 17741.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (17741) 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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Data Sources
Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: CPSC, reported May 5, 2017.
- Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
- Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
- Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.
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Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA) Aggregated federal recall feeds Recall data normalized across FDA, CPSC and NHTSA feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type).