Atico International Recalls Pacifiers Sold at Bath & Body Works

Plain-English summary

Atico International USA Inc. of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., is recalling approximately 13,000 pacifiers sold at Bath & Body Works stores nationwide between June 1998 and September 1998. The pacifiers were sold both as part of a diaper bag gift set and individually as a pacifier with a clip. The recalled pacifiers feature an off-white plastic, oblong shield with a ring handle. The diaper bag gift set, which sold for about $28, included a pacifier, a baby bottle, and a changing pad, with the words "Doody Bag" written on the side of the bag. The individual pacifier with clip, which sold for about $4, features a circular moss-green plastic clip and a mauve-colored ribbon, with the phrase "Plug me in & enjoy the silence" written on the clip.

The recall is being conducted because the nipples on these pacifiers could separate from the base, posing a choking hazard to children. CPSC and Atico International are not aware of any injuries involving these pacifiers; the recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

Because the firm is out of business, the remedy is no longer available. Consumers should discard or destroy the product. For more information, consumers can call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).

The recalled product

Product

Pacifiers

Manufacturer

Atico International USA Inc., of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

Category

Consumer Product — Baby Products

Hazard

• choking

Affected units

13,000

Distribution

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