Near Strangulation Prompts Recall of Roman Blinds; Sold Exclusively at IKEA
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2009-08-26 · 09325
Hazards
Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the blind or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck. The Roman blind has a continuous looped bead chain that when not attached to the wall or floor, hangs loosely by the blind, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
Recall
Number
09325
Date
2009-08-26
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
MELINA Roman Blinds
Companies
Retailer(s)
IKEA stores nationwide from August 2006 through June 2008 for between $20 and $40.
Distributor(s)
IKEA Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa.
Country of manufacture
Taiwan
Description
This recall includes all sizes/colors of MELINA Roman blinds. These blinds have a sewn-in label at the top edge of the blind with the IKEA logotype, article name (MELINA), 5-digit supplier number 19395, four-digit date stamp (YYWW) and the words "Made in Taiwan". On the bottom edge of the blind there is a sewn-in orange/white safety warning label. The blinds are made from 100% polyester.