Playtex Recalls Pacifier Holder Clips Due to Choking Hazard

Playtex pacifier holder clips

Date of Recall

2014-01-22

CPSC Release Number

14-084

Manufactured In

China

Units

About 1.25 million in the U.S. and 150,000 in Canada

Distributor

Playtex Products Inc., of Dover, Del.

Sold By

Walmart, Target, Burlington Coat Factory, other major retailers, juvenile product, baby and discount stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, among others, from July 2010 through October 2013 for about $3. 

Problem/Hazard

The pacifier holder clips can crack and a small part can break off which poses a choking hazard to small children.

Injuries/Incidents

Playtex has received 99 reports of the holder cracking or breaking. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves the Playtex pacifier holder clips that attach a pacifier to items like clothing, diaper bags and strollers. It is a plastic clip with a figure and a "Playtex" copyright logo that slides up and down to adjust the clip, a ribbon and a clear plastic ring that stretches to fit the pacifier. The pacifier holder was sold in green with a monkey figure, pink with a flower and blue with a tow truck.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled pacifier holders away from infants and contact Playtex for instructions on how to return the product for a full refund.

Consumer Contact

Playtex toll-free at (888) 220-2075 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.playtexproducts.com and click on Recall for more information.

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