CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
These vinyl capes fail to meet the standard for the flammability of vinyl plastic film, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Family Dollar Recalls "Creepy Cape" Costumes Due to Flammability Hazard
The recall involves 40-inch black vinyl capes with a stand-up collar. A white sticker on the collar of the cape reads, "FLAME RETARDANT PVC" and "MADE IN CHINA." The packaging shows a green-skinned vampire wearing a black cape. Writing on the packaging includes "CREEPY CAPE," "Ages 6 To 60," and "NO. 53600."
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using the recalled capes and return them to any Family Dollar store for a full refund.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact Family Dollar toll-free at (800) 547-0359 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.familydollar.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Family Dollar stores nationwide from August 2005 through October 2006 for about $2.
Injuries
None reported.
Recall Number
07021
Product Information
Product Name
Creepy Cape Halloween Costumes
Product Type
Clothing (Children)
Number of Units
About 120,000
Imported By
TONY Development & Manufacturing (USA), of Montclair, N.J.
Distributed By
Family Dollar Inc., of Matthews, N.C.
Manufactured In
China