CPSC recall 14-216, announced June 25, 2014, covers Julie Vos women's scarves (about 324 units). The scarves fail to meet the federal flammability standard for wearing apparel and pose a risk of burn injury to consumers. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled scarves and contact Julie Vos to arrange to return the scarves for a full refund. Recall contact: call (646) 448-4345, go to www.julievos.com, or email info@julievos.com.
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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?
This recall involves Julie Vos women's scarves. The scarves are 100 percent modal fabric, a type of rayon, and were sold in two prints, Anchor and Sierra. Anchor was sold in three colors, including blue, green and orange. Sierra was sold in four colors, including raspberry/magenta, orange/peach, cream/gray and blue/purple. The scarves measure 75 inches long by 45 inches wide. Julie Vos is printed on a tag sewn into the back of the scarf.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The scarves fail to meet the federal flammability standard for wearing apparel and pose a risk of burn injury to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
There has been one report of a shawl catching fire. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled scarves and contact Julie Vos to arrange to return the scarves for a full refund. Julie Vos will provide a pre-paid postage label for shipping.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Shaw & Brothers, Delhi, India
- Manufacturer
- Shaw & Brothers, Delhi, India
- Recall number
- 14-216
- Units
- About 324
- Manufactured in
- India
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty boutiques nationwide and online at www.julievos.com from January 2014 through February 2014 for about $165.
- Importer
- Julie Vos, of New York
Julie Vos women's scarves
CPSC product type: Hats and Scarves
Recall contact information
Julie Vos collect at (646) 448-4345 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email info@julievos.com or online at www.julievos.com and click on "Recall" for more information.
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