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Medium RiskCPSCcpsc-2440CHOKING

CPSC, Apothecary Products Inc. Announce Recall of "Comforts" Pacifiers

Units Affected
154,000
Recall Date
September 17, 2003
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Choking
Many Kroger-owned Stores, From August 2002 Through August 2003, For About $3.50 To $5. recall product photo 1Many Kroger-owned Stores, From August 2002 Through August 2003, For About $3.50 To $5. recall product photo 2

CPSC Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2440.

The pacifiers are available in both silicone and latex formulations, in the following colors: powder blue, red, purple, and pink. The name "Kroger" appears on the package, along with the words "Pacifiers," "Latex," "Silicone," "0-6 months," or "6-18 months." The model numbers are located on the back of each package and are the last five digits of the UPC code: 35826 35827 35828 35829

Corrective Action (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2440.

Return the pacifiers to the store where purchased for a full refund.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Many Kroger-owned Stores, From August 2002 Through August 2003, For About $3.50 To $5. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
  5. 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-2440.

Contact Apothecary Products at (866) 274-7956 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or call The Kroger Co. toll- free at (800) 632-6900 between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

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Many Kroger-owned Stores, From August 2002 Through August 2003, For About $3.50 To $5. Recall FAQ

Many Kroger-owned Stores, From August 2002 Through August 2003, For About $3.50 To $5. is the subject of a children's products recall: CPSC, Apothecary Products Inc. Announce Recall of "Comforts" Pacifiers. The notice was published on September 17, 2003 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 154,000 units are potentially affected.