Slipcovers Used With Boppy Pillows Recalled Due to Choking Hazard and Risk of Lead Exposure
What was recalled
This recall involves velvet and boa slipcovers intended for use with the Boppy® Bare Naked nursing and support pillow. Slipcovers recalled due to a choking hazard were sold in three color combinations and have the following UPC and date codes found on the California Flammability Law tag. Slipcovers sold in clear vinyl packages are labeled Boppy® Luxe. Color Combination UPC Code Date Code Blue/Green Velvet 769662 30802 1 05/2006 and 06/2006 Pink/ Orange Velvet 769662 30801 4 05/2006 and 06/2006 Pastel Blue Velvet 769662 30705 5 05/2006 Slipcovers recalled due excessive levels of lead paint were sold in four colors and have the following UPC and date codes found on the care instructions label and on the exterior of the packaging. Slipcovers sold in display boxes are labeled Boppy® Soothing. Color UPC Code Date Code Pastel Blue "Boa" 769662 32544 8 07030 Bright Pink Velvet 769662 32542 4 07030 Navy Blue Velvet 769662 32542 4 07030 Sage Green Velvet 769662 32709 1 07030
Hazard
The zipper pull on the slipcovers can break, posing a choking hazard to young children. In addition, paint on the zippers contains excess levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.
Injuries
None reported.
Made in
China
Where it was sold
- Slipcovers recalled due to choking hazard were sold at discount department stores nationwide from July 2006 through September 2007 for about $16. Slipcovers recalled due to lead paint were sold at discount department stores nationwide from February 2007 through September 2007 for between $15 and $17.
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