A recall has been issued for thousands of organic rompers designed for babies and toddlers by an Ontario-based sustainable clothing company because they pose a risk of burn injuries to children, Health Canada says.
“Loose-fitting children’s sleepwear can contact ignition sources such as stove elements, candles, and matches more readily than tight-fitting sleepwear, and once ignited will burn rapidly, potentially resulting in severe burns to large areas of the child’s body,” the recall notice said.
Pehr reported 2,053 units of the affected products were sold in Canada between May and September of this year. There had been no reports of injuries in Canada as of Nov. 12, the notice said.
The one-piece rompers were sold in 15 different prints in three sizes: six to 12 months, 12 to 18 months and 18 to 24 months.
Health Canada is advising parents to stop using all affected rompers.
Pehr Designs Inc. is an online children’s clothing company headquartered in Toronto. All of its products are designed in Canada and “ethically manufactured in India with a focus on sustainably produced natural materials and artisan craftsmanship,” according to the company’s website.
Plush Toy Recall
The Cuddly Bunch brand 28-centimetre plush turtle sold by Jean Coutu has also been recalled by Health Canada due to a potential choking hazard.
“Tests have allowed Health Canada to note that the eyes of stuffed animals can detach from the toy, thus posing a choking risk for young children.”
The affected products have a model number of JC 512198 and UPC of 055989888613.
A total of 1,183 of the China-manufactured units were sold in Canada between March and October and no injuries had been reported as of Nov. 7, according to the advisory.
Customers are urged to immediately stop using the recalled plushie and return it to a Jean Coutu store for a refund.
