Family Dollar Recalls "Creepy Cape" Costumes Due to Flammability Hazard
Recalled October 31, 2006 · CPSC recall 07021 · Family Dollar
Hazard
These vinyl capes fail to meet the standard for the flammability of vinyl plastic film, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled capes and return them to any Family Dollar store for a full refund.
Units
About 120,000
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Description
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."
What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled capes and return them to any Family Dollar store for a full refund.
Contact
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
Product
Creepy Cape Halloween Costumes
Imported by
TONY Development & Manufacturing (USA), of Montclair, N.J.
Distributed by
Family Dollar Inc., of Matthews, N.C.
Retailers
Family Dollar stores nationwide from August 2005 through October 2006 for about $2.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →