1.

CPSC, Victoria's Secret Direct Announce Recall of Silk Kimono Tops

The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC.
Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell
or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of Product: Silk Kimono Tops
Units: About 500 units were manufactured by Single with 57 sold to consumers by Victoria's Secret Direct
Retailer: Victoria's Secret Direct, of Columbus, Ohio
Manufacturer: Single, of Los Angeles, Calif.
Hazard: The kimono tops are made of fabric that fails to meet mandatory standards of fabric flammability
in violation of the federal Flammable Fabrics Act. The sheer outer shell fabric of the kimono top can readily
ignite and present a risk of burn injuries.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: The recall involves the Silk Kimono Top, sold as catalog/Web site item number 194-860. This
is a two-piece garment with a kimono outer shell and an orange inner camisole. The outer shell's sewn in
label states the following: "Single, 100% Silk, RN 80763, Made In USA, Dry Clean Only." A separate label
shows the item number 194-860. The Silk Kimono Tops were sold in paisley print pattern with metallic
threads.
Sold at: Victoria's Secret Direct catalogs and Web site only from November 2005 through December 2005
for about $138. These garments were not sold at Victoria's Secret stores.
Manufactured In: USA
Remedy: Consumers should stop wearing the garment immediately. Contact Victoria's Secret Direct for
information on returning the kimono top and to receive a refund and $50 gift card.
Source: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml06/06530.html

2. Violation of Federal Flammability Standard Prompts Christy Recall of Women’s Robes Sold
Exclusively at Bloomingdales
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm
named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should
stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell
a recalled consumer product.
Name of Product: Women’s Bathrobes
Units: About 8,600
Importer: Christy, of Charlotte, N.C.
Hazard: The bathrobes fail to meet the federal flammability standard for clothing textiles and pose a risk of
burn injury.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received one report of a robe igniting. No injuries have been reported.
Description: This recall involves women’s wrap bathrobes with long sleeves and a belt. They are made
from 100 percent cotton terry cloth in aqua, ivory, white and porcelain pink. A woven label at the neck edge
of the robes read “Collection Fifty Nine”.
Sold exclusively at: Bloomingdale’s department stores nationwide and www.bloomingdales.com from
January 2008 through March 2010 for about $80.
Manufactured in: Turkey
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled bathrobes immediately and return them to the
Domestics Department in any Bloomingdale’s store for a full refund. If the Bloomingdale’s store does not
have a Domestics Department, the robe should be returned to the Customer Service Department.
Source: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10289.html

3. CPSC and Levi Strauss & Co. Announce Recall of Garments Made From a Flammable Fleece
Fabric
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Levi
Strauss & Co. of San Francisco, Calif., is announcing the recall of approximately 57,000 fleece fabric shirts.
The fabric is a cotton-polyester blend material with a raised fiber surface. Its fleecy texture closely
resembles that of an inside-out sweatshirt. This fabric is often called sherpa.
Levi Strauss & Co. is recalling over 34,000 Levi's Jeans for Women junior-sized sweatshirts. Most of these
garments were found to be dangerously flammable. The fabric in the garments fails to meet federal
mandatory standards for fabric flammability and may ignite readily and present a serious risk of burn
injuries in violation of the federal Flammable Fabrics Act. Fabrics that do not comply with the standard
typically burn faster than newspaper.

CPSC and Levi Strauss & Co. are not aware of any injuries involving these shirts. This recall is being
conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The Levi's Jeans for Women junior-sized sweatshirts come in
two styles: a sleeveless, pullover vest with drawstring hood and center embroidery (product code 55930),
and a long sleeve, crew neck sweatshirt with a center embroidery (product code 55956). The product codes
can be found on the inside of the garment on the care label. The shirts come in sizes small, medium, and
large and in a variety of colors, including black, olive, white, red, purple, and Caribbean blue. The garments
have a sewn-in label that reads, "Levi's Jeans for Women... Made in Korea...82% cotton/18%
polyester...WPL 423."

The garments were sold nationwide at retailers, such as J.C. Penney, Levi's Only Store, and Levi's Outlet by
Designs. Garments were sold from October 1996 to February 1997 for a retail-established price of about
$30.

Levi Strauss & Co. is also voluntarily recalling about 23,000 similar sweatshirts, which may fail the federal
mandatory standards for fabric flammability. These shirts were sold under the Dockers Khakis for Women
label and the Dockers Authentics for Men label.

Levi Strauss & Co. is aware of one incident of a shirt reportedly flaring up when exposed to a flame, but no
injuries resulted.

There are three styles of women's petites and misses reverse fleece Dockers Khakis for Women garments
including, vests (product codes 53601 and 54601), cardigans (product codes 53604 and 54604), and
pullovers (product codes 53605 and 54605). These garments come in small, medium, and large and in a
variety of colors, including ink, oatmeal heather, black, red, and natural. There is one style of the men's
reverse fleece Dockers Authentics for Men garment, which is a shirt that laces up the front (product code
67191). This garment is navy in color and comes in small, medium, large, and extra large. The product
codes can be found on the inside of the garment on the care label. The garments have a sewn-in label that
reads either "Dockers Khakis for Women" or "Dockers Authentics for Men", and "Made in Korea...80%
cotton/20% polyester...WPL 423."

The garments were sold nationwide at retailers, such as J.C. Penney. Garments were sold from August 1995
to February 1997 for a retail-established price of about $25 to $35.

CPSC urges consumers to immediately stop wearing garments they believe may be involved in this recall.
Consumers should return the garments to the store where purchased for a full refund. This recall does not
extend to other Levi Strauss & Co. garments. For more information, consumers can call Levi Strauss & Co.
toll-free at 1-800-USA-LEVI begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              1-800-USA-
LEVI      end_of_the_skype_highlighting, or write to the company at Levi's Plaza, P.O. Box 7215, San
Francisco, CA 94120.

CPSC is continuing to investigate additional fleece garments to determine whether or not they are in
compliance with the law.
Source: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml97/97121.html

4. CPSC and J.C. Penney Announce Recall of Highly Flammable Chenille Sweaters
WASHINGTON, D.C. In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), J.C.
Penney Company Inc. (JCPenney) of Plano, Texas, is voluntarily recalling 26,240 velvety-textured chenille
sweaters, which could present a risk of serious burn injuries if exposed to an open flame. JCPenney reported
that the sweaters fail the flammability regulation under the federal Flammable Fabrics Act. If the sweaters
catch on fire, they can burn as fast as newspaper.

The sweaters, made of 67 percent rayon and 33 percent nylon, come in short or long-sleeved styles in the
colors: apple (kiwi or lime green), black, dark brown (chocolate), forest green, fuschia, ivory, plum, red, and
royal. The sweaters involved in this recall are sold in the JCPenney retail stores as lot numbers 642-1410
and 642-1411 and in the JCPenney 1996 Christmas Catalog as lot number 542-0971. The lot numbers for the
sweaters sold in the retail stores can be found on the JCPenney price tag below the bar code or by referring
to the customer's sales slip. The lot numbers for the sweaters sold through the JCPenney Christmas Catalog
can be found on page 89 as item "D" or by referring to the shipping information.

JCPenney imported the sweaters from Matsue Industries Co. Ltd. of Hong Kong selling them under the
brand name "M B MIXED BLUES CLOTHING CO." The sewn-in care label has the RN number 93677 on
the front and the supplier number 701524 on the back. JCPenney retail stores and the JCPenney 1996
Christmas Catalog sold the sweaters nationwide from September 1996 to October 1996 for about $29 to $36.

Consumers should not wear the sweaters and should return them for a full refund or credit to any JCPenney
retail store. If the purchase was a catalog sale, return the sweater to the catalog desk at any JCPenney retail
store or refer to page 475 of the JCPenney 1996 Christmas Catalog for returns or exchanges by mail. For
more information or assistance, consumers should call JCPenney at (800) 709-5777
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inquiries for JCPenney to Duncan Muir at (972) 431-1329 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              (972)
431-1329      end_of_the_skype_highlighting.

JCPenney and CPSC are not aware of any injuries involving this product. This recall is being conducted to
prevent injuries.
Source: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml97/97016.html
5. CPSC And Zip Zag Announce Sweat Shirt Recall
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Zip
Zag of Hoboken, N.J., is recalling approximately 18,300 women's cotton sweat shirts. The sweat shirts,
which violate the federal Flammable Fabrics Act, burn faster than newspaper and pose a serious risk of burn
injuries.

The women's long sleeve, 100 percent cotton, reverse fleece sweat shirts were available in six colors: grey,
black, red, navy, cobalt, and wine. The sweat shirts have a crown and "#1 Strategy" on the front. Sewn-in
labels on the neck of the sweat shirts read, "RED CABIN ... RN 65313 ... Made in Pakistan." The sweat
shirts' hang tags read, "STYLE # 133033 ... RED CABIN." Dots retail stores in the East and Midwest sold
the sweat shirts from July, 1995 to February, 1996 for $10.

Consumers should stop wearing these sweat shirts immediately and return them to any Dots store for a
refund. For more information, consumers should call their local Dots store. Consumers can also mail the
garment directly to Zip Zag Customer Service Center, Attention: Peter Luthria, 1422 Grand St., 3rd Floor,
Hoboken, N.J. 07030. Zip Zag will send consumers a full refund, including postage costs.

CPSC learned of the flammability of the sweat shirts as a result of a consumer complaint.
Source: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml96/96076.html
6. CPSC Recalls Dangerously Flammable Imported Chiffon Skirts
Washington, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced today the stop sale
and recall of a popular style of rayon and rayon/cotton blend skirt, which is dangerously flammable. The
skirts, which present a serious risk of burn injuries, do not meet the applicable flammability regulation under
the Flammable Fabrics Act. In fact, these skirts burn faster than newspaper.

The skirts, which were made in India and sold nationwide, are long, full, summer and fall-line skirts with
elastic waist bands, which may also have drawstrings at the waist. They have two layers - with a sheer
chiffon layer of fabric over a gauze lining and are made of rayon or rayon (viscose) cotton blends. The skirts
sold between $6 and $80 at large chain stores and small boutiques nationwide, including those listed below.

CPSC is working with a number of importers and retailers to recall more than a quarter of a million of these
skirts. In addition, the U.S. Customs Service will work with CPSC to stop the skirts at the point of entry into
the United States. CPSC surveyed over 200 retail stores in 17 major U.S. cities to test for the fire hazard.

CPSC URGES CONSUMERS TO IMMEDIATELY STOP WEARING THESE FLAMMABLE SKIRTS

AND BRING THEM BACK TO THE RETAILERS. Your retailer should know whether the skirt is a part of
this recall and should then provide a refund or credit. Although CPSC has not received any reports of
injuries from these skirts to date, the agency is issuing this safety notice and recalling the skirts to prevent
injuries from these dangerous products.

Any skirt with the following description and general label information may be involved in this recall.

Description:
 Two layer skirt with sheer chiffon fabric over a gauze lining.
 Long, full, summer and fall-line skirts with elastic waist bands, which may also have drawstrings at
the waist.
General Label Information:
 Made in India.
 100 percent rayon or 65 percent rayon (viscose)/35 percent cotton.
 Hand Wash Separately in Cold Water or Dry Clean Only.
The following major retailers are cooperating with CPSC and agreed to participate in this recall:

Abraham & Strauss Basement

Ames Ladies Wear
Annie Sez
Bealls Outlet Stores
Burlington Coat Factory
Cost Plus
Dayton's
Filenes Basement
Gantos
Hudson's
Jean Nicole
Loehmann's
Marianne
Marshalls
Marshall Field's
One Price
Ross
T.J. Maxx

Numerous other retailers will also be participating in this recall.

CPSC found the following brand names on the labels of the skirts that failed the flammability test:

2 Kool Look
Ann Simone
Carla Freeman
Casual Designs by RAVIA
Exclusif
Fbi
Founded 1976 D II K by K.V. M.
Giallo Napoli
Gold Star
LaGebi-Masone II
Minti Mode
Papillon
Phool
Renuka
Short Circuit
Steed Import Inc.
Vile Parle
Xessorium
Zero Zero

Other brand names may also be involved in this recall.

Source: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml94/94117.html
7. Ladies' Sweatshirts With "Gap" Label Recalled
WASHINGTON, D. C. (May 11) -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has been
notified by the Gap Stores, Inc. that 4,150 potentially flammable women's sweatshirts with the Gap label
were sold by their stores nationwide during October, November and December 1977. These sweatshirts
failed to comply with a Federal flammability standard. They were purchased by the Gap from San Francisco
Shirt Works, Inc., which earlier announced the recall of the same merchandise sold under its own label. If
exposed to an ignition source, such as a cigarette ash, an open flame, or any spark, they could ignite and
burn with a rapid and intense flame. (No injuries have been reported to date).
These sweatshirts are being voluntarily recalled by the San Francisco Shirt Works, Inc. and the purchase
price refunded.
All the ladies' sweatshirts are 100% cotton, fleecy side out, with long sleeves. Sewn- in black labels at the
back of the neck say "GAP" in light gray stitching, and separate labels say "Made in Hong Kong."
The following styles of "GAP" labeled sweatshirts fail to comply with the Federal Standard for
Flammability of Clothing Textiles:
 Winter white pullover, with small center pocket for hands; and
 Winter white or blue, with zippered front, regular collar, and two front pockets.
Persons who believe they have these sweatshirts should write for refund procedures to:
San Francisco Shirt Works, Inc.
Attn: Nancy Bush
1111 - 17th Street
San Francisco, California 94107

Or they may call CPSC's toll-free Hotline (800) 638-2772 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              (800)

638-2772      end_of_the_skype_highlighting.
San Francisco Shirt Works labels on the other suspect shirts say "San Francisco Tea Party," in addition to
the Hong Kong labels. The "San Francisco Tea Party" labeled sweatshirts were sold by department stores
and specialty shops throughout the nation as part of the company's 1977 holiday line but were not sold by
"The GAP."
Some 22,000 of these ladies' sweatshirts were imported by San Francisco Shirt Works, Inc., from a Hong
Kong manufacturer and distributed nationwide to retailers during October and early November 1977.
Sweatshirts which appear to be identical but which were delivered to retailers in approximately July of 1977
have passed the flammability test required by the Standard. Only those sweatshirts sold to retailers during
and after October 1977 fail to comply with the Standard.
Consumers are urged to stop wearing these sweatshirts and to start the refund process immediately. CPSC
warns that burning clothing can cause severe and disfiguring burns, and urges women to return the
potentially hazardous sweatshirts at once. This is the first time these companies' products have been the
source of such hazards. San Francisco Shirt Works has permanently dropped the suspect fabric from its line
of products and will not reorder the same fabrication from the manufacturer.
The Gap Stores, Inc. is a national specialty retailer of casual apparel with over 300 stores.
Source: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml78/78035.html
8. Foria International Recalls Women’s Peacoats Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm
named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following products. Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled
consumer product.
Name of Product: Women’s Peacoats
Units: About 800
Importer: Foria International Inc., of City of Industry, Calif.
Hazard: The peacoats fail to meet the federal flammability standard for wearing apparel and pose a risk of
burn injury.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: This recall involves women’s peacoats that are double-breasted and have long sleeves. They
are made from 100 percent cotton fleece in large blue and white plaid print. “Authentic” is printed on the
label at the center back neckline of the garments.
Sold at: Bass Pro Shops nationwide from October 2009 through January 2010 for about $60.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled coats immediately and return them to Foria International
for a full refund of retail price including shipping. Foria International address is 18689 Arenth Avenue, City
of Industry, CA 91748.
Source: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10192.html
9. Ardica Recalls Heated Jackets and Vests Due to Burn Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation
with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product.
Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell
or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of Product: Jackets and Vests with Moshi Power Systems
Units: About 2,600
Importer: Ardica Technologies, of San Francisco, Calif.
Hazard: Electrical connections in the warming components in the jackets and vest can overheat, posing a
burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received five reports of overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Description: The recalled jackets and vests are designed to work with the Ardica Moshi Power system. The
Moshi Power System is marked with "Ardica". The pouch below the collar of each garment is marked
"Ardica Heat Power Charge." Each jacket and vest also has a power switch next to the logo on the front. The
following models are affected by this recall: Ardica Enabled Mountain Hardwear Radiance Jackets,
Refugium Jackets and Sitka Dutch Oven Vests. The Mountain Hardwear jackets have the Ardica name and
logo on the right sleeve.
Sold at: Sporting goods and outdoor equipment retailers from August 2009 through February 2010 for
between $230 and $425.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled jackets and vests, and contact Ardica for a
full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Ardica Technologies toll-free at (877) 884-1921
begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              (877) 884-1921      end_of_the_skype_highlighting, 24 hours a
day, seven days a week or visit the firm's Web site at www.ardica.com
Note: Health Canada's press release is available at http://cpsr-rspc.hc-sc.gc.ca/PR-RP/recall-retrait-eng.jsp?
re_id=1010
Ardica Moshi power
system

Identifying marks The Moshi battery pack is marked with "Ardica" and "v.5 August 2009" on
back.

Mountain Hardwear Products

Refugium Jacket

OM3306 is found on
the care and content
label inside the
jacket.

The jacket was sold

in the following
colors:
- 010 Black
- 225 Otter
- 412 Sapphire
Radiance Jacket
(Women's Model)

OL3307 is found on
the care and content
label inside the
jacket.

The jacket was sold

in the following
colors:
- 010 Black
- 109 Winter White
Identifying marks The battery pack pouch below the collar is marked "Ardica Heat Power Charge." The
product also has a power switch next to the Mountain Hardwear logo on the front of
the jacket. The Ardica name and logo appear on the right sleeve.

Sitka Product
Dutch Oven
Vest

Identifying The battery pack pouch below the collar is marked "Ardica Heat Power Charge." The
marks product also has a power switch next to the Sitka logo on the front of the vest.

Source: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10186.html
10. Telebrands Recalls Scarves with Microwaveable Heat Packs Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation
with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product.
Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell
or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of Product: Therma Scarf scarves
Units: About 98,500 in the United States and about 1,500 in Canada
Importer: Telebrands Corp., of Fairfield, N.J.
Hazard: The heat packs can overheat when heated in a microwave oven, posing a fire and burn hazard to
consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received seven reports of overheating, including five fires, three of which
resulted in property damage to the microwave. Two of the incidents were in Canada. No injuries have been
reported.
Description: The recalled scarves have pockets and microwaveable heat packs composed of flax seeds. The
scarves are made of polyester/cotton, and were sold in black and camel colors.
Sold at: Bed Bath & Beyond® stores, As Seen on TV retail kiosks in shopping malls nationwide, through
direct response television and over the internet at www.thermascarf.com and www.asseenontvguys.com
from October 2009 through January 2010 for between $20 and $25.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Therma Scarf and return it to the place of
purchase for a full refund. If purchased through the infomercial or over the internet, consumers will be
contacted by Telebrands with instructions on how to obtain a full refund.
Source: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10159.html