Shag Leather Rugs
CPSC Recall #06-016 — October 24, 2005
Product
Shag Leather Rugs
Description
The recall includes only beige and champagne leather shag rugs with Hellenic's name on the label. Large sizes include 5-feet by 8-feet and 8-feet by 11-feet and small-size rugs include 3-feet 5-inches by 5-feet 5-inches, 2-feet by 3-feet and 2-feet by 8-feet. A label on the rugs reads, "Hellenic Rug Imports, Inc."
Hazard
The large rugs fail to meet the federal mandatory standard for flammability under the Flammable Fabrics Act and could ignite, presenting a risk of burn injuries. The smaller size rugs are missing labels identifying them as flammable.
Incidents / Injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Firm is no longer in business. Remedy is not available. Discard this product.
Units Affected
About 1,800
Sold At
Internet and catalog retailers nationwide from September 2002 through October 2005 for between $50 and $600, depending on the size.
Manufacturer
Hellenic Rug Imports Inc., of Brooklyn, N.Y.
Importer
Hellenic Rug Imports Inc., of Brooklyn, N.Y.
Manufactured In
India