CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The neck medallion zipper pull can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Stuffer Bear Recalled Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Victoria’s Secret Internet site
The cosmetic stuffer bear was designed to hold cosmetics and/or gift cards. It is a plush bear with a zipper down the body. A "VS" neck medallion serves as the zipper pull. The bear was sold in pink and leopard.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using the stuffer bears and keep out of the reach of young children. Victoria's Secret has sent consumers a postage paid return mailer enclosed. Customers returning the bear will receive a refund, postage and a $10 gift certificate.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact Victoria's Secret toll-free at (877) 260-8419 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.victoriassecret.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Victoria's Secret Web site (www.victoriassecret.com) during October 2007 for about $8.
Injuries
No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
Chang Zhou Ganghua Mfg., of China
Recall Number
08529
Product Information
Product Name
Holiday Cosmetics Stuffer Bears
Product Type
Backpacks/Bags
Number of Units
About 80
Manufacturer Name
Chang Zhou Ganghua Mfg., of China
Imported By
Victoria's Secret, of Columbus, Ohio
Manufactured In
China