CPSC, Unilever Home and Personal Care USA Announce Recall of Plush Snuggle® Bears
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2097.
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.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2097.
Consumers should take these bears away from young children immediately and contact Unilever Home and Personal Care USA for information on how to receive a coupon for free Snuggle fabric softener.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact 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. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2097.
Contact Snuggle at (800) 896-9479 anytime, or visit its web site at www.Snuggletime.com
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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. Recall FAQ
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. is the subject of a toys recall: CPSC, Unilever Home and Personal Care USA Announce Recall of Plush Snuggle® Bears. The notice was published on February 20, 2002 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 4 units are potentially affected.