Springs Cellular Shades Recalled Due to Choking Hazard
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Health Canada recalls approximately 37,723 Springs cellular shades sold in Canada from January 2025 to April 2026 due to a choking hazard from loose end caps.
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What Happened
Health Canada has determined that the recalled blinds do not meet the Corded Window Coverings Regulations, posing a choking hazard. The end caps on the bottom rail may not be glued and can release small parts that present a choking hazard to young children.
Which Products Are Affected
This recall involves various Springs cellular shades manufactured by Springs Window Fashions LLC. The shades are made-to-order and vary in size, fabric, color, single or double honeycomb, lift type and end cap colors. The product label on the top of the headrail identifies the manufacturer as "SWF Middleton, WI US C" along with a model number and manufacture date. Approximately 37,723 units were sold in Canada from January 2025 to April 2026. The products were manufactured in Mexico.
What You Should Do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and contact Springs if the end caps on the bottom rail are not securely glued. For more information, including instructions on how to check the end caps, contact Springs Window Fashions, LLC at 1-800-845-8637 from 9:00 am to 6:30 pm ET, Monday through Friday.
Why This Matters
The recall affects tens of thousands of window coverings sold across Canada that may release small parts posing a choking hazard to young children.
Source
Original source: Health Canada Official Notice ↗
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