Recalls / 2010-06-15
Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roll-Up Blinds by Chicology
10263 · Recalled 2010-06-15 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves the French Antique Gold, Zen Moss, Tropic Ginger, and Kansas White roll-up blind models. The roll-up shades are gold, green, tan and white and are made from natural fiber-paper, jute, and polyester.
Hazards
Strangulations can occur if the lifting loop slides off the side of the blind and a child's neck becomes entangled on the free-standing loop or if a child places his/her neck between the lifting loop and the roll-up blind material.
Reported injuries
None reported
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the roll-up blinds and contact Chicology to obtain a free retrofit kit.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Roll-up blinds | About 6,200 |
Parties
- Importer
- Chicology of Ontario, Calif.
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Sold at
- Online retailers including Overstock.com, Bestwindowtreatments.com, Bedbathstore.com, Unbeatablesale.com, Bonton.com, Linensource.com, Solutions.com
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact the company toll-free at (866) 999-6188 or visit the company's website at www.chicology.com. You can also e-mail the company at info@chicology.com
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Source: CPSC recall 10263. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.