July 13, 2026 — A consumer incident report details a Ninni Co. pacifier clip developing a crack in one of its wooden beads, which subsequently broke in half during inspection. The incident has raised concerns about a potential choking hazard for infants.
Product Details
Product: Ninni Co.
Incident Overview
On June 12, 2026, a consumer reported an incident involving a Ninni Co. pacifier clip. The customer noticed a crack in one of the wooden beads attached to the pacifier clip. Upon picking up the clip to further inspect the damage, the bead reportedly broke completely in half. The consumer expressed serious concern, stating that if their child had been handling the product, there would have been a significant risk of choking due to the broken piece. The report indicates that the damage was discovered by the consumer, and no injury to a child occurred during the incident.
Safety Concerns
The incident involving the Ninni Co. pacifier clip highlights several critical safety concerns, primarily revolving around the potential for small parts to detach and become a choking hazard.
- Immediate Dangers: The most immediate and severe risk is that of choking. Infants and young children, particularly those still in the mouthing phase, are highly susceptible to choking on small objects. If a wooden bead cracks or breaks during a child’s use, the detached fragments could easily be ingested, leading to airway obstruction. The reported breaking of the bead into halves means there were at least two small pieces, each presenting a significant choking risk.
- Long-Term Risks: While the primary risk is immediate, continued use of a damaged pacifier clip could lead to further degradation of components, potentially producing more small parts over time. Ingestion of these parts could lead to internal injuries or blockages, though choking is the more immediate and acute threat.
- Who Might Be Affected: Infants and toddlers who use pacifier clips are directly at risk. Caregivers also face the emotional distress and potential medical emergency if a child were to choke.
- Property Damage Potential: There is no direct property damage potential associated with this specific incident. The risk is solely to the child’s safety and well-being.
This incident underscores the importance of the durability of materials used in children’s products, especially those intended for close contact with infants.
What Consumers Should Do
Given the reported incident and the potential choking hazard, consumers who own a Ninni Co. pacifier clip should take immediate action:
- Immediate Steps to Take: If you own a Ninni Co. pacifier clip, immediately stop using it if you observe any signs of damage, such as cracks, splinters, or weakness in any of its components, particularly the wooden beads.
- How to Check for the Affected Product: Regularly and thoroughly inspect your Ninni Co. pacifier clip before each use. Pay close attention to all beads, clips, and cords for any signs of wear, cracks, fraying, or loosening. Even minor damage can indicate a weakness that could lead to breakage.
- Prevention Measures:
- Always supervise children when they are using pacifier clips.
- Do not allow children to chew or teethe on pacifier clips, as they are not designed for this purpose and can weaken components.
- Follow all manufacturer cleaning instructions, which often advise against soaking, boiling, or sterilizing wooden components, as this can degrade the material.
- Discontinue use at the first sign of damage or weakness.
- Reporting Procedures: If you experience a similar incident or discover damage to your Ninni Co. pacifier clip, please report it to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at www.cpsc.gov. This helps regulatory bodies track potential hazards and initiate recalls if necessary. You should also contact Covenant Partners LLC (Ninni Co.) directly to report the issue.
Manufacturer’s Response
Covenant Partners LLC (Ninni Co.) acknowledged the incident report on June 24, 2026. The manufacturer confirmed that no incident or injury occurred to a child, noting that the bead cracked while the customer was inspecting the product, not during active use by a child.
Upon being contacted by the customer, Covenant Partners LLC stated that they offered a replacement or a refund. They also affirmed that they continuously monitor product quality, including the wood components used in their pacifier clips, and take all reports of this nature seriously.
The manufacturer emphasized that their pacifier clips are not intended for chewing or teething. They highlighted that their product instructions and packaging explicitly advise caregivers to:
- Check the product carefully before each use.
- Discontinue use at the first sign of damage or weakness.
- Clean using only a damp, clean sponge and air dry, never soaking, submerging, boiling, or sterilizing the product.
- Note that the clip is not intended to be used as a toy or teether.
Covenant Partners LLC further stated that the customer’s own inspection and identification of the damaged bead, as described in the report, is consistent with the product check that caregivers are instructed to perform. The company expressed appreciation for consumer feedback, viewing it as an opportunity to address concerns and continue improving their product care messaging.
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Note: This information is based on incident reports provided by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. If you find information that is incorrect, please contact us immediately so we can correct the post to reflect accurate information.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. This article is based on publicly available incident reports. The incidents mentioned have not necessarily been independently verified or adjudicated.