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Archived – Scarves
- Starting date:
- May 1, 2008
- Posting date:
- May 1, 2008
- Type of communication:
- Consumer Product Recall
- Subcategory:
- Clothing and Accessories
- Source of recall:
- Health Canada
- Issue:
- Product Safety, Flammability Hazard
- Audience:
- General Public
- Identification number:
- RA-500001682
Affected products
Scarves
Product description
Seven (7) scarves in a variety of patterns and colours. Approximately 91 x 91 cm (36" x 36") in size. Made of 100% viscose:
| Item Number | Item Description |
|---|---|
| 6800045 | Scarf Brown Black |
| 6800046 | Scarf Pink/Orange/Purple |
| 6800047 | Scarf Stars Black/Yellow |
| 6898610 | Scarf with Beads Blue |
| 6899804 | Scarf with Beads Coffee |
| 6899805 | Scarf with Beads Cream |
| 6899806 | Scarf with Beads Black |
Hazard identified
Health Canada's sampling and testing program revealed that the scarves do not meet the requirements for flammability set out under the Hazardous Products Act (HPA).
The scarves could easily catch fire and cause serious burns to consumers if exposed to a flame or other heat source such as candle, matches or cigarette lighter.
No incidents or injuries have been reported to Health Canada in relation to the use of these scarves.
Number sold
942 scarves were recalled from Ten Thousand Villages stores across Canada.
Time period sold
The scarves have been sold since approximately 2006.
Companies
- Importer
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Ten Thousand Villages
New Hamburg
CANADA
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What you should do
Consumers should stop wearing the scarves immediately.
The product may be returned for a full refund.
For more information, consumers may contact Ten Thousand Villages at 1-877-289-3247.