Deluxe Matchstick Roll-up Shades
CPSC Recall #10-070 — December 14, 2009
Product
Deluxe Matchstick Roll-up Shades
Description
This recall involves Deluxe Matchstick Roll-Up Shades with widths of 24", 36", 48" and 72" by 72" long in a "natural" color that are suspended by two cord loops called lifting loops or inner cords. The inner cords are attached to the head rail on one end and on the other end they go through the head rail and a cord lock and end in a looped cord that is used to raise and lower the shade. Both the head rail and bottom rail are made of bamboo and there is a warning label near the bottom that advises: "Young children can become entangled and strangle in cord or bead loops."Note: Examine all shades and blinds in your home. Make sure there are no accessible cords on the front, side, or back of the product. CPSC recommends the use of cordless window coverings in all homes where children live or visit.
Hazard
Strangulations can occur if the lifting loops slide off the side of the blind and a child's neck becomes entangled on the free-standing loop or if a child places his/her neck between the lifting loop and the roll-up blind material. Also, children can become entangled in the looped pull cord.
Incidents / Injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the roll-up shades and contact the Window Covering Safety Council for a free repair kit.
Units Affected
About 355,000
Sold At
Big Lots nationwide from January 2009 through June 2009 for between $5 and $12.
Importer
International Merchandise of Columbus, Ohio
Manufactured In
China