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RecalledCPSC · June 15, 2010 Window blinds & cords

Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roll-Up Blinds by Chicology

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Recalled French Antique Gold blind
Recalled French Antique Gold blind · Photo: CPSC

What's being recalled

Roll-up blinds

Units: About 6,200

This recall involves the French Antique Gold, Zen Moss, Tropic Ginger, and Kansas White roll-up blind models. The roll-up shades are gold, green, tan and white and are made from natural fiber-paper, jute, and polyester.

The problem, in CPSC's words

Strangulations can occur if the lifting loop slides off the side of the blind and a child's neck becomes entangled on the free-standing loop or if a child places his/her neck between the lifting loop and the roll-up blind material.

Incidents and injuries reported to CPSC

None reported

What CPSC says to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the roll-up blinds and contact Chicology to obtain a free retrofit kit.

How to contact the company

For additional information, contact the company toll-free at (866) 999-6188 or visit the company's website at www.chicology.com. You can also e-mail the company at [email protected]

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice 10263, cpsc.gov. Text in quotes is from CPSC. Photos: CPSC.