Recall #07-503 · Published October 19, 2006

Dux Interiors Protective Mattress Covers (PMC)

Dux Interiors Protective Mattress Covers Recalled for Fire Hazard

CPSC published a recall notice for Protective Mattress Covers (PMC) from Dux Interiors on October 19, 2006. CPSC identifies this hazard: The terry cloth PMCs, which were made to fit over the Dux top pads, do not meet the federal standard for flammability under the Flammable Fabrics Act. They pose a risk of burn injury to consumers if exposed to smoldering or burning cigarettes. The official remedy states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled PMCs and discard them. Dux Interiors is directly contacting consumers who received PMC covers with their mattress purchases.

Recalled Protective Mattress Cover
Recalled Protective Mattress Cover
Image: CPSC recall notice

What to check on the product label

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 recalled PMCs are natural-colored terry cloth made of 100 percent cotton, and come in twin, full, queen, and king sizes to cover top pads made by Dux.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The terry cloth PMCs, which were made to fit over the Dux top pads, do not meet the federal standard for flammability under the Flammable Fabrics Act. They pose a risk of burn injury to consumers if exposed to smoldering or burning cigarettes.

Incidents and injuries

No incidents or injuries have been reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled PMCs and discard them. Dux Interiors is directly contacting consumers who received PMC covers with their mattress purchases.

Product and sales details

Brand
Dux Interiors
Product type
Mattresses
Recall number
07-503
Units
About 37,000
Manufactured in
Portugal
Sold at / sales period
PMCs were available solely through Dux-owned stores and licensed outlets from January 1999 through April 2006. The PMC was provided at no additional cost to each customer who purchased a Dux mattress pad and mattress set.
Importer
Dux Interiors Inc., of New York, N.Y.

Protective Mattress Covers (PMC)

CPSC product type: Mattresses & Covers

Recall contact information

For more information, contact Dux Interiors Inc. at (212) 752-3897 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dux.com

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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