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Consumer product recall

Expanded Recall: Fun World recalls Fun World Fantasy Feather Wings

Starting date:
October 30, 2014
Posting date:
October 30, 2014
Type of communication:
Consumer Product Recall
Subcategory:
Clothing and Accessories
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Issue:
Flammability Hazard
Audience:
General Public
Identification number:
RA-41801

Affected products

Fun World Fantasy Feather Wings

Product description

This recall involves the "Fun World Fantasy Feather Wings" adult Halloween costume accessory. This costume consists of burgundy and black, white or black feathered wings with a lace shoulder strap.  The products can be identified by item number 90443 and UPC numbers 071765010214 (burgundy and black), 071765002714 (white) and  071765002660 (black).

Hazard identified

Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program determined that the feathered wings of the "Fun World Fantasy Feather Wings" adult costume accessories do not meet the requirements for textile flammability under Canadian law.

If exposed to flame such as from candles, matches, or lighters, the "Fun World Fantasy Feather Wings" adult costume accessories could catch fire and possibly cause burns to consumers.

Neither Fun World, Division of Easter Unlimited, Inc. nor Health Canada has received any reports of consumer incident or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these costumes.

For tips to help consumers celebrate Halloween safely, see the following Health Canada's publication: Halloween Safety and Reminding Canadians to have a safe Halloween.

Number sold

Approximately 972 units of the recalled costumes were sold at retail across Canada.

Time period sold

The recalled costumes were sold from September 2008 to October 2014 at various retail locations across Canada.

Place of origin

Manufactured in China.

Companies

Importer
Fun World Div. (Easter Unlimited Inc.)
Carle Place
New York
UNITED STATES

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What you should do

Consumers should return the recalled costume to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Please note that the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act prohibits recalled products from being redistributed, sold or even given away in Canada.

Health Canada would like to remind Canadians to report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product or any other consumer product or cosmetic by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form.