Superior Importers Recalls Mattresses Due to Violation of Federal Mattress Flammability Standard; Sold Exclusively at Amazon.com

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Dec 19, 2017, 08:16 ET

WASHINGTON, Dec. 19, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Superior-Importers-Recalls-Mattresses-Due-to-Violation-of-Federal-Mattress-Flammability-Standard-Sold-Exclusively-at-Amazoncom

Recall Summary

Name of Product: Home Life mattresses

Hazard: The mattresses fail to meet the mandatory federal flammability standard for mattresses, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy: Repair

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mattresses and contact Superior Importers or the place of purchase for instructions on receiving a free mattress cover to bring the mattress into compliance with the federal standard.

Consumer Contact:

Superior Importers toll-free at 833-502-2500 from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at [email protected] or online at www.superiorimporters.com and click on Contact Us for more information.

Recall Details

Units: About 6,200

Description
This recall involves Basic 6-inch and Basic 8-inch models Home Life mattresses sold in twin, full, queen and king sizes. Recalled mattresses are ivory with tan and gray. "Made For: Superior Importers company, 502 Jersey Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901"is printed on a white tag located on the top side near the foot of the mattress.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Sold Exclusively At: Amazon.com from May 2016 through May 2017 for between $50 and $150.

Importer: Superior Importers, LLC, of New Brunswick, N.J.

Manufacturer: ABEST Technology Co., Ltd., of China

Manufactured in: China

In Conjunction With: Canada Mexico China

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