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Playtex recalling pacifier holders that pose choke risk to tots

Playtex is recalling 1.4 million pacifier holders because of concerns that a child could choke if a part of the clip broke off.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission said Wednesday that the clips — used to connect a pacifier to clothing, diaper bags or strollers — can crack and a small part can break off.

Playtex has received 99 reports of the holder cracking or breaking. No injuries have been reported.Consumers should call (888) 220-2075.

Playtex is recalling 1.25 million clips in the United States and 150,000 in Canada. They were sold from 2010 through October 2013 for about $3 at major retailers including Target, Walmart and online at Amazon.com.