CPSC, Unilever Home and Personal Care USA Announce Recall of Plush Snuggle® Bears
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2002-02-20 · 02105
Hazards
The eyes and noses of these bears can come off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Recall
Number
02105
Date
2002-02-20
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Plush Snuggle® Bears
Companies
Retailer(s)
Grocery and discount department stores nationwide sold the Snuggle fabric softener that included the 5-inch and 8-inch bears, between May 1999 and July 2001. The Pajama and Nightcap 5-inch bears also were given away to consumers who sent in two proofs of purchase for Snuggle fabric softener, between November 2001 and December 2001. The 10-inch bears were distributed, from May 1997 through May 1998, to consumers who sent in a proof of purchase for Snuggle fabric softener and up to $4.
Distributor(s)
Unilever Home and Personal Care USA, of Greenwich, Conn.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The plush, cream-colored bears come in three sizes: a 5-inch bean bear, an 8-inch bean bear and a 10-inch stuffed bear. The 5-inch bears come in four styles: Pajama Bear wears blue, one-piece pajamas with a yellow moon and star design; Nightcap Bear wears a blue nightcap with a yellow moon and star design; Purple Blanket Bear holds a purple blanket; Pink Blanket Bear holds a pink blanket. The 8-inch bean bear is made of terry or plush fabric. The 10-inch plain stuffed bear is in a sitting position and has tan paws and ears. All the bears have tags that read "Snuggle®" and "Made in China." No other Snuggle Bears are involved in this recall.