CPSC, Atico International USA, Inc. Announce Recall of Children’s Arm Band Pool Floats Sold at CVS Stores

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Recall Category: Kids Recalls

Recall Date: 2005-09-02T00:00:00

Product: Surf Club™ Arm Bands

Company: CVS stores nationwide, from April 2003 through August 2005, for about $1.

Hazard: The seams of the inflatable arm bands can tear, causing them to deflate. This poses a drowning hazard to young children.

Description: The recalled plastic inflatable arm band pool floats are bright orange on the outside and white on the inside with an inflation valve on each side. They are imprinted with a "Surf Club" logo, "CVS/pharmacy," and "Caution: This is not a lifesaving device. Do not leave child unattended while in use." When inflated, the arm bands measure about 8 inches long by 6 inches wide.

Remedy: The firm is out of business, the remedy is no longer available, and the product should be discarded or destroyed.

Incidents / Injuries: Atico International has received two reports of the seams of inflatable arm bands tearing during use. No injuries have been reported. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

Recall Number: 05257

Product Type: Other Children’s Product

Hazard Type: Other Safety Hazard

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