The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·16737·Announced 2016-04-06

Nipoamerican Recalls Mattresses for Federal Flammability Standard Violations

Nipoamerican is recalling specific Elegance and Evolution mattresses because they fail to meet federal open flame standards. Consumers should contact the company for free protective covers.

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 hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Nipoamerican, Inc. is recalling all models and sizes of Niposul and NipoFlorida Elegance, Elegance Gold, and Evolution mattresses. The recalled products are white, with the Elegance Gold models featuring black sides. The text "NIPOBRASILEIRA" and "ORIENTAL J2000" are embroidered on the side of the mattresses. Approximately 325 units were sold at Niposul stores in Massachusetts and NipoFlorida stores in Florida between July 2014 and October 2015 for prices ranging from $1,200 to $6,500.

The mattresses are being recalled because they fail to meet the mandatory federal open flame standard for mattresses. This non-compliance poses a fire hazard. The Consumer Product Safety Commission has not reported any injuries or illnesses associated with these products.

Consumers should contact Niposul or NipoFlorida to obtain free mattress covers that will bring the mattresses into compliance with the federal standard and protect against fire. Assistance with installation is available upon request. Niposul can be reached toll-free at 855-336-4848 or online at www.niposul.com. NipoFlorida can be reached at 508-958-6608 or online at www.nipoflorida.com. The companies are also contacting known customers directly.

The recalled product

Product
Mattresses
Manufacturer
Nipoamerican, Inc., of Marlborough, Mass.
Category
Consumer Product — Mattresses
Hazard
Affected units
325

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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