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CPSC, Hellenic Rug Imports Announce Recall of Flammable Rugs

  • Recalled Hellenic Rug
Name of Product:
Hellenic Rug Imports' "Mazarakis Flokati 3A" and "Mazarakis Floco" white flokati rugs
Hazard:

Certain rugs distributed from January 2003 through February 2004 fail to meet the federal mandatory standard for flammability under the Flammable Fabrics Act. If the rugs ignite, they may not self-extinguish, presenting a risk of burn injuries.

Remedy:
Replace
Recall Date:
March 22, 2005
Units:

About 1,600 rugs

Consumer Contact

Call Hellenic Rug Imports at (888) 356-5284, Ext. 115 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers can also visit the firm's Web site at www.flokati.com.

Recall Details

Description:

The recalled "Mazarakis" rugs are white only. Two models/sizes are recalled:

-  "Mazarakis Flokati 3A" measuring 5 feet by 7 feet, pile and backing 100 percent New Zealand wool and

-   "Mazarakis Floco" measuring 5 feet, 6 inches by 8 feet, 6 inches, 100 percent New Zealand wool pile and 100 percent Polypropylene backing.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Hellenic Rug Importers to arrange for a free replacement.

Incidents/Injuries:

None reported.

Sold At:
Web and catalog retailers nationwide from January 2003 through February 2004 for between $179 and $299.
Manufacturer(s):
Hellenic Rug Imports, of Brooklyn, N.Y.
Importer(s):

Hellenic Rug Imports, of Brooklyn, N.Y.

Manufactured In:
Greece
Recall number:
05-556

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