September 11, 2008

Rugs Sold Exclusively at JC Penney 

Name of Product: Zebra Rug

Units: About 2,900

Importer: JLA Home, of Plano, Texas

Hazard: The rugs do not meet the federal flammability standard for small rugs and do not have the required flammability warning label.

Description: The recalled rug measures 30’’ x 54’’ and has a black-and-white zebra skin design. The rug was sold under J.C. Penney item number MF728-1050, which is located on the product’s packaging.

Sold by: The J.C. Penney Web site and catalog from December 2007 through July 2008 for between $50 and $70.

Remedy: Consumers should contact JLA Home to receive a warning label to be affixed to the backside of the rug, or consumers can contact JLA home for instructions on returning the rug for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact JLA Home toll-free at (866) 456-8852 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.jlahome.com