Hellenic Rug Imports Inc. Recall of Shag Leather Rugs

Shag Leather Rugs

Date of Recall
2005-10-25

CPSC Release Number
06-016

Manufactured In
India

Company Phone Number
(888) 356-5284

Units
About 1,800

Importer
Hellenic Rug Imports Inc., of Brooklyn, N.Y.

Sold By
Internet and catalog retailers nationwide from September 2002 through October 2005 for between $50 and $600, depending on the size.

Problem/Hazard
The large rugs fail to meet the federal mandatory standard for flammability under the Flammable Fabrics Act and could ignite, presenting a risk of burn injuries. The smaller size rugs are missing labels identifying them as flammable.

Injuries/Incidents
None reported.

Description
The recall includes only beige and champagne leather shag rugs with Hellenic's name on the label. Large sizes include 5-feet by 8-feet and 8-feet by 11-feet and small-size rugs include 3-feet 5-inches by 5-feet 5-inches, 2-feet by 3-feet and 2-feet by 8-feet. A label on the rugs reads, "Hellenic Rug Imports, Inc."

Remedy
Large Rugs – Consumers should stop using the rugs and contact the manufacturer to arrange for free replacement. Small Rugs – Consumers should keep these rugs away from sources of ignition and contact Hellenic Rug Imports to receive a label that complies with labeling requirements.

Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Hellenic Rug Imports at (888)356-5284 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers can also visit the firm's Web site at www.flokati.com

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