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Danson Decor recalls Halloween feathered boas
- Starting date:
- September 22, 2014
- Posting date:
- September 22, 2014
- Type of communication:
- Consumer Product Recall
- Subcategory:
- Children's Products, Clothing and Accessories
- Source of recall:
- Health Canada
- Issue:
- Flammability Hazard
- Audience:
- General Public
- Identification number:
- RA-41447
Affected products
Halloween feathered boas
Product description
This recall involves feathered boas sold under the Danson Decor brand across Canada. These boas come in green, yellow, white, black, purple and pink colour.
| Item Code | UPC |
|---|---|
| H1856 | 0 62615 31856 7 |
| H30694 | 0 62615 30694 6 |
Hazard identified
Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has determined that the feather boas child/adult Halloween costume does not meet the requirements for textile flammability under Canadian law.
If exposed to flames such as from candles, matches or lighters, the feather boas could catch fire and possibly cause burns to consumers.
Neither Danson Decor nor Health Canada has received reports of consumer incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these costumes.
For tips to help consumers celebrate Halloween safely, see the following Health Canada's publications: Halloween Safety and Reminding Canadians to have a safe Halloween.
Number sold
Approximately 8640 of the recalled feather boas were sold in various stores across Canada.
Time period sold
The recalled feather boas were sold from August 2013 to September 2014.
Place of origin
Manufactured in China.
Companies
- Distributor
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Danson Decor Inc.
Montreal
Quebec
CANADA
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What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled feathered boas and return them to their original place of purchase for a refund.
For additional information, consumers may contact Danson Decor toll free at 1-800-363-1865 or 1-514-335-2435 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PST Monday through Friday or visit the Danson Decor's recall Website.
Please note that the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act prohibits recalled products from being redistributed, sold or even given away in Canada.
Health Canada would like to remind Canadians to report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product or any other consumer product or cosmetic by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form.