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Pacifiers Recalled by Healthtex Due to Choking Hazard

U.S. CPSCChokingApr 7, 2009
Recalled Zoo Pacifiers
Recalled Zoo Pacifiers
Recalled Zoo Pacifier
Recalled Zoo Pacifier

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Hazard

The pacifiers failed to meet federal safety standards. The nipples can separate from the base easily, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled pacifiers away from children and contact Healthtex for a refund or exchange.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

This recall involves Zoo pacifiers with animal cartoon figures as handles. The pacifier has a round-shaped mouth guard with three ventilation holes. "Made in Spain" is printed on the handle side of the mouth guard and "Mi Tosoro" is printed on the cardboard packaging.

Sold on

Supermarkets and pharmacy stores nationwide from December 2002 through March 2009 for about $1.40.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Healthtex toll-free at (866) 348-5080 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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