Strangulation Death of a Child Prompts Recall of Roman Blinds; Sold Exclusively at IKEA

Active Recall Announced November 20, 2008 CPSC #09050

Quick answer

Strangulation Death of a Child Prompts Recall of Roman Blinds; Sold Exclusively at IKEA is CPSC recall #09050, announced on November 20, 2008. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves all sizes of IRIS and ALVINE Roman Blinds in white. The blinds have a sewn-in label at the top edge of the blind with the IKEA logotype, article name (IRIS or ALVINE), 5-digit supplier number 19799 or 21369, four-digit date stamp (YYWW) and the words "Made in India". On the bottom edge of the blind there is a sewn-in orange/white safety warning label. The blinds are made from 100% cotton. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled roman blinds and return them to any ikea store to obtain a full refund.. Affected brand: IKEA Home Furnishings.

Hazard

This recall involves all sizes of IRIS and ALVINE Roman Blinds in white. The blinds have a sewn-in label at the top edge of the blind with the IKEA logotype, article name (IRIS or ALVINE), 5-digit supplier number 19799 or 21369, four-digit date stamp (YYWW) and the words "Made in India". On the bottom edge of the blind there is a sewn-in orange/white safety warning label. The blinds are made from 100% cotton.

Affected products

IRIS and ALVINE Roman Blinds

Recalled brands

IKEA Home Furnishings

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Roman Blinds and return them to any IKEA store to obtain a full refund.

Recall date

November 20, 2008

Categories

Blinds, Shades & Cords

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #09050?

CPSC recall #09050 covers Strangulation Death of a Child Prompts Recall of Roman Blinds; Sold Exclusively at IKEA, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on November 20, 2008. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves all sizes of IRIS and ALVINE Roman Blinds in white. The blinds have a sewn-in label at the top edge of the blind with the IKEA logotype, article name (IRIS or ALVINE), 5-digit supplier number 19799 or 21369, four-digit date stamp (YYWW) and the words "Made in India". On the bottom edge of the blind there is a sewn-in orange/white safety warning label. The blinds are made from 100% cotton.

What is the remedy for recall #09050?

The CPSC remedy for recall #09050 is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled roman blinds and return them to any ikea store to obtain a full refund.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Strangulation Death of a Child Prompts Recall of Roman Blinds; Sold Exclusively at IKEA on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Strangulation-Death-of-a-Child-Prompts-Recall-of-Roman-Blinds-Sold-Exclusively-at-IKEA. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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