Health Canada Issues Recall for YuUniqex 2\" Slats Wood Blinds Due to Strangulation Risk

Source: Health Canada · Canada

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Health Canada has issued a recall for 2\" Slats Wood Blinds sold on Amazon.ca, citing non-compliance with safety regulations and potential strangulation or choking hazards for children.

What this Health Canada recall tells you, and what most readers miss

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What Happened

Health Canada has determined that certain 2" Slats Wood Blinds for Indoor Windows do not meet the national Corded Window Coverings Regulations. The products pose a significant strangulation hazard, as young children may pull looped cords around their necks or become entangled in them. Additionally, the blinds can release small parts that pose a choking risk to young children.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall involves 2" Slats Wood Blinds for Indoor Windows available in various colors and sizes. The products were previously available for purchase on Amazon.ca.

  • Brand Name: May be branded as YuUniqex
  • ASIN: B0F6CSP42J
  • Distributor: Rose Chain Company (Nevarose Deals), Pennsauken, New Jersey, United States
  • Manufacturing Origin: China

What You Should Do

Consumers who have these affected products should immediately stop using them. Health Canada advises that the items be safely disposed of in a manner that ensures they cannot be reused.

Consumers are also encouraged to report any health or safety incidents related to these products by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form on the Health Canada website. For future safety, the agency recommends the use of cordless window coverings.

Why This Matters

Non-compliant corded window coverings are a serious safety concern; entanglement in cords can lead to injury or death by strangulation. The presence of small detachable parts further increases the risk of accidental choking for infants and toddlers.

Source

Health Canada

Original source: Health Canada Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this Health Canada recall.

What is this Health Canada recall about?
Health Canada has issued a recall for 2\" Slats Wood Blinds sold on Amazon.ca, citing non-compliance with safety regulations and potential strangulation or choking hazards for children.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by Health Canada. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Canada. Check with Health Canada for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Product & Food Recalls updates?
Browse the full Product & Food Recalls feed on Areazine at areazine.com/ca/recalls/ for the latest updates from Health Canada and other agencies.