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CPSCRecalled Dec 15, 2009 · #10072

Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall of Roman Shades; Sold Exclusively at West Elm

Hazard

Strangulation can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the shade or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck.

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Description

This recall involves all sizes and colors of West Elm Jute/Poly Roman shades. An orange, black and white label located at the bottom edge of the shades warns that "Cords and bead chains can loop around child's neck and STRANGLE."

Product details

Product
Jute/Poly Roman Shades
Type
Blinds, Shades & Cords
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
West Elm catalog nationwide and through the firm's Web site at www.westelm.com from January 2005 through August 2009 for between $30 and $40.
Made in
Taiwan

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Roman shades and contact West Elm to arrange for free pick up of the shade. A merchandise card in the value of the purchase will be issued once the shade is received by the firm.

View the official CPSC notice