CPSC recall 01-047, announced December 5, 2000, covers Small Beginnings Pacee pacifiers (about 16,000 units). The pacifiers failed CPSC testing standards. Consumers should take the pacifiers away from infants immediately, and return them to the firm for a refund. Recall contact: call (800) 676-0462.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
The "Pacee" pacifiers are aqua blue with a soft, butterfly- shaped shield and semi-circle tab handle. "Pacee" and "Small Beginnings" are imprinted on the shield along with the firm's toll-free number. They are packaged in a plastic bag and labeled "Small Beginnings" and "pacee." Also on the bag is a picture of a baby sleeping with a teddy bear.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The pacifiers failed CPSC testing standards. These pacifiers present a choking hazard to infants.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Small Beginnings are not aware of any injuries involving these pacifiers. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
Official remedy
Consumers should take the pacifiers away from infants immediately, and return them to the firm for a refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Small Beginnings
- Manufacturer
- Small Beginnings Inc., of Hesperia, Calif.
- Product type
- Pacifiers & teethers
- Recall number
- 01-047
- Units
- About 16,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Various hospitals and medical supply distributors sold these pacifiers nationwide, from October 1999 through April 2000, for about $1.
Pacee pacifiers
CPSC product type: Pacifiers & Accessories
Recall contact information
For more information, consumers should call Small Beginnings at (800) 676-0462 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
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