The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·06016·Announced 2005-10-25

Hellenic Rug Imports Recalls Shag Leather Rugs for Flammability Hazards

Hellenic Rug Imports Inc. is recalling shag leather rugs that fail federal flammability standards, posing a burn risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fire/burn) where injury has not yet been reported, which corresponds to a High severity score of 3.

Plain-English summary

Hellenic Rug Imports Inc. of Brooklyn, N.Y., is recalling approximately 1,800 shag leather rugs. The recall includes beige and champagne leather shag rugs with Hellenic's name on the label. Large sizes include 5 feet by 8 feet and 8 feet by 11 feet, while small sizes include 3 feet 5 inches by 5 feet 5 inches, 2 feet by 3 feet, and 2 feet by 8 feet.

The large rugs fail to meet the federal mandatory standard for flammability under the Flammable Fabrics Act and could ignite, presenting a risk of burn injuries. The smaller size rugs are missing labels identifying them as flammable. No injuries have been reported.

The rugs were sold through internet and catalog retailers nationwide from September 2002 through October 2005 for between $50 and $600, depending on the size. The firm is no longer in business, so a remedy is not available. Consumers should discard this product and call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772.

The recalled product

Product
Shag Leather Rugs
Manufacturer
Hellenic Rug Imports Inc., of Brooklyn, N.Y.
Category
Consumer Product — Rugs
Hazard
Affected units
1,800

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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