| Office of Information and Public Affairs | Washington, DC 20207 |
| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 25, 2005 Release #06-016 |
Firm's Recall Hotline: (888) 356-5284 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 |
Name of Product: Shag Leather Rugs
Units: About 1,800
Manufacturer/Importer: Hellenic Rug Imports Inc., of Brooklyn, N.Y.
Hazard: The large rugs fail to meet the federal mandatory standard for flammability under the Flammable Fabrics Act and could ignite, presenting a risk of burn injuries. The smaller size rugs are missing labels identifying them as flammable.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: The recall includes only beige and champagne leather shag rugs with Hellenic's name on the label. Large sizes include 5-feet by 8-feet and 8-feet by 11-feet and small-size rugs include 3-feet 5-inches by 5-feet 5-inches, 2-feet by 3-feet and 2-feet by 8-feet. A label on the rugs reads, "Hellenic Rug Imports, Inc."
Sold Through: Internet and catalog retailers nationwide from September 2002 through October 2005 for between $50 and $600, depending on the size.
Manufactured In: India
Remedy: Large Rugs – Consumers should stop using the rugs and contact the manufacturer to arrange for free replacement. Small Rugs – Consumers should keep these rugs away from sources of ignition and contact Hellenic Rug Imports to receive a label that complies with labeling requirements.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Hellenic Rug Imports at (888)356-5284 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