May 18, 2010: Children's Giraffe Blanket Recalled by Rashti & Rashti

by BabyZone Editors

Recall Reason

The US Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Rashti & Rashti of New York, New York, have recalled about 44,000 giraffe security blankets. The balls on top of the giraffe's horns can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. No incidents or injuries have been reported.

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The recall involves the pink "I Love You" security blanket with a giraffe plush head. The blanket measures about 14 inches wide by 14 inches in length. "I Love You" is embroidered on the blanket. Style number Y22230H and "Just One Year a division of Carter's" are sewn into a label on the blanket.

The blankets sold exclusively at Target stores from January 2009 through August 2009 for about $9.

The blankets were manufactured in China.

Whom to Contact

Consumers should immediately take the recalled blankets away from children and contact Rashti & Rashti for a full refund.For additional information, contact Rashti & Rashti toll-free at (888) 594-3730 between 8:30 AM and 9:30 PM EST, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.rashtiandrashti.com.

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