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ChokingOctober 29, 2013CPSC #14007

BreathableBaby Recalls Wearable Blanket Due to Choking Hazard

Product
Clothing & Apparel
Units affected
15,000
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

The BreathableBaby BreathableSacks are sleeveless, wearable blankets. They come in two sizes: small (10-18 pounds) and medium (16-24 pounds) and come in three colors: kiwi Whoo, pink Hip, and blue Splash. There is one animal stitched on the left chest of each blanket of an owl, hippo or elephant. Only BreathableSacks from Lot No. 124 with a manufacture date of 04/17/2012 are included in the recall. A tag sewn inside the recalled units where the infant's right foot would be located states the "Date of Manufacture: 04/17/2012, Lot No. 124," along with the washing instructions on the back of the tag.

Hazard

The zipper pull tabs and sliders can detach posing a choking hazard to infants.

Injuries

None reported

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Various stores and online retailers, and at www.breathablebaby.com, nationwide from June 2012 to August 2013 for about $20.

Photos

Kiwi Whoo “Owl” BreathableSackPink Hip “Hippo” BreathableSack Back of BreathableSackBlue Splash “Elephant” BreathableSackFront of BreathableSack Tag
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