CPSC recall 03-187, announced September 17, 2003, covers Apothecary Products Comforts pacifiers (154,000 units). These pacifiers fail federal safety tests, come apart, and can pose a choking hazard to infants and small children. The notice reports no incidents. Return the pacifiers to the store where purchased for a full refund. Recall contact: call (866) 274-7956 or (800) 632-6900.
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 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
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
These pacifiers fail federal safety tests, come apart, and can pose a choking hazard to infants and small children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Return the pacifiers to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Apothecary Products
- Manufacturer
- Apothecary Products Inc., of Burnsville, Minn.
- Product type
- Pacifiers & teethers
- Recall number
- 03-187
- Units
- 154,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Many Kroger-owned stores, from August 2002 through August 2003, for about $3.50 to $5.
Comforts pacifiers
CPSC product type: Pacifiers & Accessories
Recall contact information
Contact Apothecary Products at (866) 274-7956 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or call The Kroger Co. toll- free at (800) 632-6900 between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
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