Zebra Blinds by B&B Blinds Recalled Due to Strangulation and Choking Hazards
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B&B Blinds has issued a recall for its Zebra Blinds sold in Canada since 2020 because they fail to meet safety regulations and pose strangulation and choking risks to children.
What this Health Canada recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by Health Canada on April 5, 2026 and geographically references Canada. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Product & Food Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Health Canada has determined that Zebra Blinds by B&B Blinds do not meet the Corded Window Coverings Regulations and pose a significant strangulation hazard. Young children may pull looped cords around their neck or become entangled in the cords, which can lead to strangulation or death. Additionally, the products can release small parts that present a choking hazard to young children. As of March 9, 2026, the company has received no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada.
Which Products Are Affected
This recall involves the Zebra Blind manufactured by B&B Blinds. The affected products have the following characteristics:
- Product Name: Zebra Blind
- Design: Striped pattern in grey/beige tones
- Features: Equipped with a cord used to lift and lower the blinds
- Quantity Sold: An unknown number of units were sold in Canada
- Sales Period: The products were sold from at least January 2020 to March 2026
- Manufacturer: B&B Blinds, based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada
What You Should Do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Zebra Blinds and contact B&B Blinds for additional information regarding the recall process.
For further assistance, consumers can contact B&B Blinds by telephone at 403-243-0815 from Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM (MT), or via email at bbblinds4561@gmail.com.
Under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act, it is prohibited to redistribute, sell, or give away recalled products in Canada.
Why This Matters
These blinds fail to comply with federal safety standards designed to prevent childhood strangulation. Health Canada recommends the use of cordless window coverings to eliminate the risks associated with looped cords.
Source
Original source: Health Canada Official Notice ↗
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