CPSC, Apothecary Products Inc. Announce Recall of "Comforts" Pacifiers
CPSC recall 03187 · announced September 17, 2003 · Apothecary Products · 154,000 units affected
The product
The pacifiers are available in both silicone and latex formulations, in the following colors: powder blue, red, purple, and pink. The name "Kroger" appears on the package, along with the words "Pacifiers," "Latex," "Silicone," "0-6 months," or "6-18 months." The model numbers are located on the back of each package and are the last five digits of the UPC code: 35826 35827 35828 35829
The hazard
These pacifiers fail federal safety tests, come apart, and can pose a choking hazard to infants and small children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Return the pacifiers to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Many Kroger-owned stores, from August 2002 through August 2003, for about $3.50 to $5.
Consumer contact: Contact Apothecary Products at (866) 274-7956 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or call The Kroger Co. toll- free at (800) 632-6900 between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.