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ChokingMay 12, 2016CPSC #16160

Hobby Lobby Recalls Infant Pacifier Holders Due to Choking Hazard

Product
Pacifiers
Units affected
12,900
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves Little Wishes Summer Plush Pacifier Holder, including the Blue Whale, item number 5202601, and the Pink Octopus, item number 5725213. The pacifier holders are made of a plush fabric, stuffed with fiber, measure approximately 4.5 inches by 2 inches and have a 10-inch ribbon attached to the body. The item number is printed on the top left corner of the product hang tag. "Hobby Lobby 9123069" is printed on the front and back of the sewn-in label.

Hazard

The fin of the whale and the head of the octopus can detach from the pacifier holder, posing a choking hazard.

Injuries

Hobby Lobby has received one report of the whale fin detaching from the pacifier holder. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Hobby Lobby Stores nationwide from January 2016 through April 2016 for about $5.

Photos

Little Wishes Summer Plush Pacifier Holder – Blue Whale PackagingLittle Wishes Summer Plush Pacifier Holder – Pink OctopusLittle Wishes Summer Plush Pacifier Holder – Pink Octopus PackagingLittle Wishes Chenille Stuffed Rattles -- Pink & Green Fish
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