CPSCMarch 27, 2007

QVC Inc. Recalls "Quacker Factory" Robes for Burn

QVC Inc. Recalls "Quacker Factory" Robes for Burn Hazard

Why was QVC Inc. Recalls "Quacker Factory" Robes for Burn recalled?

The robes fail to meet Federal flammability requirements. Should the robe come in contact with an ignition source, such as a stove burner, candle flame or cigarette lighter, it could catch fire and possibly cause serious burns to consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

QVC had directly notified its customers by telephone and mail to stop using the robes. QVC is offering a full refund for the return of these robes. Contact: For more information, call QVC at (800) 367-9444 between 7 a.m. and 1 a.m. ET Monday through Sunday, or visit QVC's Web site at www.qvc.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Quacker Factory Chenille Robes
Company
Lai Apparel Design Inc., of New York, N.Y., QVC Inc., of West Chester, Pa.
Quantity
About 15,000
Sold at
QVC network, its Web page, its toll-free number, and in its outlet and employee stores from August 2006 through December 2006 for between $40 and $52.
Recall date
March 27, 2007
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The robes are 100 percent cotton chenille robes sold under the names "Quacker Factory Holiday Cheer Chenille Robe," with QVC item number A4623; "Quacker Factory Novelty Chenille Robe," with QVC item number A4629; and "Quacker Factory Whimsical Chenille Robe," with QVC item number A2202. Each robe has a product care label, which has "Quacker Factory" and "100% cotton" on the front and the QVC item number on the back.

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