Pacifiers Recalled by Antonio Flores Due to Choking Hazard

Kariño Baby Pacifiers

Date of Recall

2010-07-20

CPSC Release Number

10-305

Manufactured In

Mexico

Company Phone Number

(619) 395-4543

Units

About 44,900

Distributor

Antonio Flores, of San Ysidro, Calif.

Sold By

Independent grocery stores in California and Texas from October 2009 through March 2010 for about 25 cents.

Problem/Hazard

The pacifier fails to meet federal safety standards. The nipple can separate from the base easily, the pacifier handle is too long, the mouth guard is too small and there are no ventilation holes on the mouth guard. The pacifier could pose a choking and aspiration hazard to young children.

Injuries/Incidents

None reported.

Description

The pacifier has a ring-shaped handle and a round-shaped mouth guard. "Kariño" is printed on the handle side of the mouth guard, and "Mygra" is printed on one side of the handle. The nipple is filled with corn syrup.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled pacifiers away from children and contact Antonio Flores for a refund or exchange.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Antonio Flores collect at (619) 395-4543 Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT.

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