CPSCMay 12, 2008

Children's Rain Ponchos with Drawstrings Recalled by

Children's Rain Ponchos with Drawstrings Recalled by Daiso Due to Strangulation Hazard

Why was Children's Rain Ponchos with Drawstrings Recalled by recalled?

The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the rain ponchos to eliminate the hazard. Contact: For additional information, contact Daiso LLC toll-free at (866) 768-4620 between 9:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.daisollc.com

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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
Children's Rain Ponchos
Company
Daiso LLC, of Burlingame, Calif.
Quantity
About 48
Sold at
Daiso retail stores located in California and Washington states from February 2007 through November 2007 for $1.50.
Recall date
May 12, 2008
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled plastic rain ponchos were sold in yellow or blue and have a drawstring in the hood. Japanese lettering is printed on the packaging.

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