The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08571·Announced 2008-05-12

Daiso Recalls Children's Rain Ponchos Due to Strangulation Hazard

Daiso LLC is recalling about 48 children's rain ponchos sold in California and Washington because the hood drawstrings pose a strangulation hazard.

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 (strangulation hazard) where no injuries have been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Daiso LLC is recalling approximately 48 children's rain ponchos due to a strangulation hazard. The recalled plastic ponchos, which were sold in yellow or blue, feature a drawstring through the hood. Japanese lettering is printed on the packaging.

The products were sold at Daiso retail stores in California and Washington states from February 2007 through November 2007 for $1.50. The ponchos were manufactured in China. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the rain ponchos to eliminate the hazard. For additional information, consumers can contact Daiso LLC toll-free at (866) 768-4620 between 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website at www.daisollc.com.

The recalled product

Product
Children's Rain Ponchos
Affected units
48

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Same manufacturer · Daiso LLC, of Burlingame, Calif.

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