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FDA Cites Happiest Baby for Mold, Unsanitary Conditions
16 Jun
Summary
- FDA issued a warning to Happiest Baby for SNOO bassinet product issues.
- Allegations include unsanitary conditions and mold on some items.
- The agency cited unauthorized product sizes and safety evaluations.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a formal warning letter to Happiest Baby, Inc., the manufacturer of the SNOO Smart Sleeper bassinet. The regulatory agency cited concerns over unauthorized product modifications and unsanitary conditions associated with the popular infant bassinet.
Specifically, the FDA alleges that Happiest Baby introduced new sizes of sleep sacks—extra-small and extra-large—which have not undergone FDA evaluation for safety and effectiveness. Furthermore, the warning letter highlighted evidence of unsanitary conditions, including stains, soiling, and the presence of mold on SNOO mattresses and their covers. These issues reportedly pose a risk of infection.
Happiest Baby acknowledged the FDA's concerns and expressed commitment to collaborating with the agency to resolve the matters. The company also mentioned that it had previously ended a partnership with a product refurbishment vendor due to inadequate cleaning practices, indicating a prior awareness of issues related to product hygiene.
