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ChokingSeptember 17, 2003CPSC #03187

CPSC, Apothecary Products Inc. Announce Recall of "Comforts" Pacifiers

Product
Pacifiers
Units affected
154,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

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

Hazard

These pacifiers fail federal safety tests, come apart, and can pose a choking hazard to infants and small children.

Injuries

None reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Many Kroger-owned stores, from August 2002 through August 2003, for about $3.50 to $5.

Photos

Recalled "Comforts" latex pacifiersRecalled "Comforts" silicone pacifiers
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