CPSC, Boston Billows Inc. Announce Recall of Nursing Pillows
What was recalled
The "C"-shaped pillows are about 36 inches long, 10 inches wide and 5 inches deep. There is a 100 percent cotton hypoallergenic cover of various colors and prints over the white pillow. The outer cover is removable. The whole pillow is washable. The fabric tag on the pillow reads, "Boston Billows, Inc."
Hazard
If infants are placed on these pillows and left unattended, there is a risk of suffocation. Infant pillows and cushions are banned under the Federal law. Infant pillows have a flexible fabric covering, are loosely filled with plastic beads, easily flattened, intended for use by infants under 1 year old, and capable of conforming to the body or face of an infant.
Injuries
None reported.
Made in
United States
Where it was sold
- Hospitals and independent specialty stores, from February 2000 through December 2003, for between $34 and $38.
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