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Product name Jute/Poly Roman Shades - sold exclusively at West Elm
Description This recall involves all sizes and colors of West Elm Jute/Poly Roman shades. An orange, black and white label located at the bottom edge of the shades warns that "Cords and bead chains can loop around child's neck and STRANGLE." 
Problem Strangulation can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the shade or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck. 
Distribution West Elm catalog nationwide and through the firm's Web site at www.westelm.com for between $30 and $40. 
Company West Elm 800-492-1949; Web site: www.westelm.com 
Dates sold January 2005 through August 2009 
Date posted 12/15/2009 
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