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Avon Recalls Plush Warming Polar Bears

March 27, 2008    
Avon is recalling about 113,000 warming polar bears. The warming pouch inside the bear can overheat and ignite when heated in a microwave oven, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Avon has received 41 reports of the warming polar bear overheating, including six reports of minor burns.

The recalled white plush warming bear has a red hat and brown nose. It is about 17 inches long and comes with a buckwheat-filled pouch that is heated in a microwave oven and is inserted into an opening in the bear's belly. 'Avon Products' is printed on a white tag sewn onto the bear.

The bears were sold by Avon independent sales representatives and online from July 2007 through February 2008 for about $13 when sold alone, or as part of a gift set that sold for about $100. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled warming bear and return the buckwheat-filled pouch for a full refund. Avon is directly contacting consumers who purchased the warming bear.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

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