Products Liability Law Daily Wrap Up, CPSC NEWS—HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS—Shadeks recalls 15K window blinds over strangulation, entanglement risks, (Feb 21, 2025)
Organizations Mentioned:Shadeks LLC
By Susan Engstrom
The firm will remove the long operating cord and update the shades to a cordless design.
Shadeks LLC, of Bensalem, Pennsylvania, is recalling about 15,500 ShadesU Roller Window Shades because they have long operating cords that can cause death or serious injury to children due to strangulation and entanglement hazards. The window blinds are in violation of the federal regulations for window coverings and present a substantial product hazard. The blinds also violate federal regulations for labeling of window coverings (CPSC Recall Notice, No. 25-151 (Feb. 20, 2025)).
Incidents and injuries. No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Product description. This recall involves ShadesU Roller Window Shades sold exclusively on Amazon.com from June 2024 through September 2024. The roller blinds were sold in multiple colors with sizes ranging from a width of 20 to 90 inches and height of 72 inches. “ShadesU” is printed on the label sticker on the right side of the bottom rail of the blinds.
The blinds were manufactured in Turkey and were priced between $34 and $170.
Remedy. Consumers should immediately put the window blind cords up and away from children and contact Shadeks for instructions to return the shades for a free repair. Shadeks will remove the long operating cord and update the shades to a cordless design. Consumers will need to provide their contact information and address to receive a free shipping label. Amazon is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Customer contact. For more information, customers may contact Shadeks toll-free at 866-267-4233 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday; by email at info@shadesu.com; or online at www.shadesu.com/recall.
Companies: Shadeks LLC
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