Burn / Fire hazard recall : TJX Canada recalls Aroma Home brand USB Heated Hotties

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This recall involves various Aroma Home USB Heated Hottie heating pads sold in four different sequined animal designs.  The heating pads connect to a USB port on a PC, laptop, Mac, power bank or car charger to generate heat.

The following products are included in the recall:
Description Item Number
Sequin French Bulldog USB Heatable HOT-18-123
Sequin Cat USB Heatable HOT-18-124
Sequin Fox USB Heatable HOT-18-125
Sequin Blue Owl USB Heatable HOT-18-126

Hazard identified: The heating pads can overheat during use, posing a burn or fire hazard. As of January 10, 2019, the company has received six reports of incidents in Canada, including one report of a burn injury.

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return the product to any Winners, Marshalls or HomeSense store for a full refund.

For more information, consumers may contact TJX Canada by telephone toll-free at 1-800-646-9466 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday.

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Source : Release / Health Canada

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