Shims Bargain Recalls Pacifiers Due to Choking Hazard
“BabyTown” Pacifiers
Date of Recall
2008-01-10CPSC Release Number
08-160Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(866) 540-3334Units
About 45,000Distributor
Shims Bargain Inc., of Los Angeles, Calif.Sold By
Dollar stores nationwide from March 2004 through December 2007 for $1.Problem/Hazard
These pacifiers fail to meet federal safety standards for pacifiers. The pacifier shield is too small and could easily enter the mouth of an infant. Also, ventilation holes are too small and not placed to allow for the insertion of a tool to remove the pacifier when lodged in the mouth of a child. Finally, the package fails to display the required warning instructing consumers not to tie a pacifier around a child’s neck, which would present a strangulation hazard.Injuries/Incidents
None reported.Description
The recalled pacifiers were sold in a 4-pack of assorted colors. “BabyTown” and model #39864 are written on the product’s packaging.Remedy
Consumers should take these pacifiers away from children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Shims Bargain toll-free at (866) 540–3334 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.Recall Comments
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