Question:

I purchased a collector ed. Middleton doll named Pansy from Shopatron on 1216/12.  It  arrived with a noxious fume coming from it as soon as we opened the box.  I decided to wash the clothes, shoes, socks, hair, face, arms, and legs.  The odor is still coming out.  Shopatron referred my concerns to the manufacturer from which it was shipped.  I haven’t heard anything further, but do not want to expose my daughter and grandchildren to dangerous fume in my home.  Could you please help me in determining the risks?

-TM, Tullahoma, Tennessee

Response:

Dear TM,

Thanks for your question.  We may have a more refined answer to your question in the future, but for now please seal the doll in a double plastic bag and put it in a room that is not frequented by children, such as a garage.  When the results of the manufacturer are given to you, please send them to us to review.

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