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CPSCRecalled Oct 19, 2006 · #07503

Dux Interiors Protective Mattress Covers Recalled for Fire Hazard

Hazard

The terry cloth PMCs, which were made to fit over the Dux top pads, do not meet the federal standard for flammability under the Flammable Fabrics Act. They pose a risk of burn injury to consumers if exposed to smoldering or burning cigarettes.

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Description

The recalled PMCs are natural-colored terry cloth made of 100 percent cotton, and come in twin, full, queen, and king sizes to cover top pads made by Dux.

Product details

Product
Protective Mattress Covers (PMC)
Type
Mattresses & Covers
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
PMCs were available solely through Dux-owned stores and licensed outlets from January 1999 through April 2006. The PMC was provided at no additional cost to each customer who purchased a Dux mattress pad and mattress set.
Made in
Portugal

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled PMCs and discard them. Dux Interiors is directly contacting consumers who received PMC covers with their mattress purchases.

View the official CPSC notice