Hellenic Rug Imports · Recalled
CPSC, Hellenic Rug Imports Announce Recall of Flammable Rugs
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.
- Units
- About 1,600 rugs
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $179–$299
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
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.
The file
- Sold at
- Web and catalog retailers nationwide, from January 2003 through February 2004, for between $179 and $299.
- Product type
- Carpets/Rugs
- Made in
- Greece
- Recalled by
- Hellenic Rug Imports, of Brooklyn, N.Y.
Incident log
None reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Hellenic Rug Importers to arrange for a free replacement.
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 notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated MAR 22 2005; last revised DEC 03 2024.