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CPSCRecalled Jun 8, 2000 · #00121

Playtex Products Voluntarily Announces Pacifier Recall in Cooperation with CPSC

Hazard

Because the latex is aging faster than normal, the nipple can detach from the shield, presenting a choking hazard to babies.

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Description

Only Classic Patterns "Cherubs" and Soft Comfort latex pacifiers are being recalled. The Classic Patterns pacifiers have the word "Cherubs" embossed in bold block letters on the colored knob of the pacifier shield. The Soft Comfort pacifiers have a soft, butterfly- shaped shield, available with or without a swivel handle. The word "Playtex" is embossed on the pacifier's swivel handle. The pacifiers come in a variety of colors and designs. They were packaged individually or in sets of two. UPC Code Product Name 078300-05448-1 Soft Comfort Pacifier - 1 Pack 078300-05442-9 Soft Comfort Angled Orthodontic Pacifier - 1 Pack 078300-05528-0 Soft Comfort Pacifier - 2 Pack 078300-05529-7 Soft Comfort Angled Orthodontic Pacifier - 2 Pack 078300-01023-4 Classic Patterns/Cherubs Oval Pacifier - 1 Pack 078300-01118-7 Classic Patterns/Cherubs Angled Orthodontic Pacifier - 1 Pack 078300-01024-1 Classic Patterns/Cherubs Oval Pacifier - 2 Pack 078300-01128-6 Classic Patterns/Cherubs Angled Orthodontic Pacifier - 2 Pack 078300-01041-8 Classic Patterns/Cherubs Pacifier & Holder Set No other Playtex pacifier is involved in this recall.

Product details

Product
Classic Patterns "Cherubs" and Soft Comfort latex pacifiers
Type
Pacifiers & Accessories
Manufacturer
Playtex Products Inc., of Westport, Conn.
Model numbers
UPCs
078300010234, 078300010241, 078300010418, 078300011187, 078300011286, 078300054429, 078300054481, 078300055280, 078300055297
Sold at
Stores nationwide sold the pacifiers before June 2000, for about $2 to $4, depending on whether it was a single or double pack.

What you should do

Consumers should stop using the recalled pacifiers immediately and return them directly to Playtex for a free replacement pacifier or a $3 coupon toward the purchase of another Playtex infant feeding or soothing product. Consumers should send the pacifiers to Playtex Pacifiers, Playtex Products Inc., 20 Troy Road, Whippany, NJ 07981. Playtex will reimburse consumers for postage.

View the official CPSC notice