CPSC recall 14-007, announced October 29, 2013, covers BreathableBaby BreathableSack wearable blanket for infants (about 15,000 units). The zipper pull tabs and sliders can detach posing a choking hazard to infants. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the BreathableSacks from Lot No. 124 and contact BreathableBaby to request a replacement garment. Recall contact: call (877) 827-4442, or go to www.breathablebaby.com.
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Which products are included?
The BreathableBaby BreathableSacks are sleeveless, wearable blankets. They come in two sizes: small (10-18 pounds) and medium (16-24 pounds) and come in three colors: kiwi Whoo, pink Hip, and blue Splash. There is one animal stitched on the left chest of each blanket of an owl, hippo or elephant. Only BreathableSacks from Lot No. 124 with a manufacture date of 04/17/2012 are included in the recall. A tag sewn inside the recalled units where the infant's right foot would be located states the "Date of Manufacture: 04/17/2012, Lot No. 124," along with the washing instructions on the back of the tag.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The zipper pull tabs and sliders can detach posing a choking hazard to infants.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the BreathableSacks from Lot No. 124 and contact BreathableBaby to request a replacement garment.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- BreathableBaby
- Product type
- Sleepwear & pajamas
- Recall number
- 14-007
- Units
- About 15,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Various stores and online retailers, and at www.breathablebaby.com, nationwide from June 2012 to August 2013 for about $20.
- Importer
- BreathableBaby LLC, of Minnetonka, Minn.
BreathableSack wearable blanket for infants
CPSC product type: Nightwear
Recall contact information
BreathableBaby toll-free at (877) 827-4442 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT Monday through Thursday or online at www.breathablebaby.com and click on Recall Information.
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