CPSC, Atico International USA, Inc. Announce Recall of Children's Arm Band Pool Floats Sold at CVS Stores
Source: CPSC Recall #05257
Recall Date
2005-09-02
Manufacturer
CVS Pharmacy, Inc., of Woonsocket, R.I.
Units Affected
About 480,000 pairs
Products Involved
Surf Club™ Arm Bands
Hazard
The seams of the inflatable arm bands can tear, causing them to deflate. This poses a drowning hazard to young children.
Remedy
The firm is out of business, the remedy is no longer available, and the product should be discarded or destroyed.
Reported Injuries
Atico International has received two reports of the seams of inflatable arm bands tearing during use. No injuries have been reported. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Sold At
CVS stores nationwide, from April 2003 through August 2005, for about $1.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
The recalled plastic inflatable arm band pool floats are bright orange on the outside and white on the inside with an inflation valve on each side. They are imprinted with a "Surf Club" logo, "CVS/pharmacy," and "Caution: This is not a lifesaving device. Do not leave child unattended while in use." When inflated, the arm bands measure about 8 inches long by 6 inches wide.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28