CPSC recall 04-040, announced November 26, 2003, covers American Greetings DesignWare® Zipper Pulls (122,700 units). The product could separate and detach from the zipper, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should dispose of the zipper pulls immediately. Recall contact: call (800) 777-4891.
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.
UPC or product codes
1810072866Model number ZPL 1820 and UPC 18100 72866 are written on the back of the packaging.
Which products are included?
This accessory item consists of a 2-inch plastic blue or purple butterfly-shaped photo holder that can be attached to a zipper. There are four items in a package. The packaging has a pink/hot pink cardboard backer. Model number ZPL 1820 and UPC 18100 72866 are written on the back of the packaging.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The product could separate and detach from the zipper, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should dispose of the zipper pulls immediately. Consumers can contact the firm for a coupon redeemable wherever American Greetings' products are sold.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- American Greetings
- Manufacturer
- American Greetings Corp., of Cleveland, Ohio
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 04-040
- Units
- 122,700
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- The product was sold at discount, toy, drug, grocery, party and specialty/gift stores nationwide, from January 2001 through November 2003, for about $4.
DesignWare® Zipper Pulls
CPSC product type: Clothing Accessories
Recall contact information
Call American Greetings Corp. at (800) 777-4891 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
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