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Stainless Steel Cookware Recalled By Cost Plus Due To Burn Hazard

Chrissie Cole — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:59:00 GMT

Cost Plus Inc., in cooperation with the CPSC, announced a voluntary recall of Stainless Steel Cookware manufactured by Kraftwares because the handles on the cookware can break, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

To this date, there have been no reported injuries associated with the recalled items.

The recall includes three stainless steel cookware sets - a 4-piece multi cooker set, a 3-piece steamer set, and a 1.5 quart egg poacher with SKU numbers 422698, 422699 and 422700. The items were sold nationwide at Cost Plus World Market stores.

Consumers should stop using the recalled cookware and return it to any Cost Plus World Market store for a refund.

Consumer Information: Call toll free at (877) 967-5362 between 7:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. ET anytime, or visit www.worldmarket.com

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Chrissie Cole

FDA Requests Seizure of PETCO Animal Food Products

Chrissie Cole — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 06:31:00 GMT

U.S. Marshals, at the request of The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), seized Petco animal food products that the company allegedly stored in unsanitary conditions at its supply distribution center in Joliet, Illinois.

During inspections in April widespread bird and rodent infestation was found, according to the FDA. During a follow up investigation in May, the infestation was still present and ongoing.

The seized products were subject potential to contamination and in violation of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act.

"We simply will not allow a company to store foods under filthy and unsanitary conditions that occur as a direct result of the company's failure to adequately control and prevent pests in its facility," Margaret O'K. Glavin, associate commissioner for regulatory affairs, said in a statement. "Consumers expect that such safeguards will be in place not only for human food, but for pet food as well."

The distribution center supplies pet food products and supplies to PETCO stores located in 16 states: Alabama, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas and Wisconsin.

The FDA has not received any reports of pet illness or death, but consumers are advised to wash their hands with soap and water thoroughly after dealing with the dog food.

If consumers are concerned that their dog may have consumed a tainted product or they are displaying any symptoms of illness, owners should contact their veterinarian immediately.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Chrissie Cole

Total Body Liquid Diet Supplements Recalled After Reports of Adverse Reactions

Chrissie Cole — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 01:49:28 GMT

Total Body Formula, in cooperation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), announced a voluntary recall of Total Body Formula, liquid diet supplements in Tropical Orange and Peach Nectar flavors.

The following lot numbers are included in the recall: 4016801, 4016802, 4024801, 4024802, 4031801, 4031802 or 4031803.

The recall follows a recent report by the Florida Department of Health that included 23 cases of individuals that suffered serious reactions to the product within seven to ten days of consumption. In all cases the adverse reactions included: hair loss, diarrhea, muscle cramps and joint pain and fatigue.

The FDA is analyzing product samples to help identify the cause, including excessvie amounts of Selenium known to cause serious health problems.

The affected products have been distributed in: Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia.

The FDA advises consumers in all states to avoid consuming the recalled products and to immediately discard any products in the home.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Chrissie Cole

General Motors Recalls 200,000 Vehicles for Fire Hazard

Chrissie Cole — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 11:23:53 GMT

General Motors Corp. announced an automobile recall of more than 207,000 Buick Regals and Pontiac Grand Prix sedans warning consumers not to park them in garages or other enclosed structures due to a fire hazard.

The company has received reports of 267 vehicle fires and six injuries, five of them minor and one moderate. And 17 fires in structures.

The recalled vehicles include: 1997-2003 Buick Regal GS and Grand Prix GDP models with 3.8 liter supercharged V6 engines.

Fires may be caused by drops of engine oil being deposited on the exhaust manifold through hard braking, warns the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

A fire can start if the oil gets hot enough, NHTSA warned. The safety agency said that if the exhaust manifold is hot enough and the oil gets below a heat shield, "it may ignite into a small flame and in some cases fire may spread to the plastic spark plug wire channel."

General Motors is alerting consumers of the recall by mail. Driving the vehicles is safe, but they are unsafe to be parked in garages or enclosed structures until the fire hazard is eliminated.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Chrissie Cole

Recall of Aunt Jemima Pancake Mix

Shannon Weidemann — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 10:57:14 GMT

Quaker Oats has issued a product recall of Aunt Jemima Pancake & Waffle mix sent to around 17 states due to fears of salmonella contamination. Salmonella can cause an illness with diarrhea, nausea, fever, and headache. The risk in the recalled pancake mix is in the raw or uncooked mix.

The products, have a "Best Before" date between February. 8, 2009, and February 16, 2009.
The recall affects: Aunt Jemima Buttermilk Complete, 5 lb. (UPC 30000 43272); Aunt Jemima Original, 2 lb. (UPC 30000 05040); Aunt Jemima Original Complete, 2 lb. (UPC 30000 05070); Aunt Jemima Buttermilk Complete, 2 lb. (UPC 30000 05300)

Quaker Oats says the risk to consumers is minimal as most of the product was not stocked before the recall. If you do have the recalled mix you can return it to the store that you purchased it at or visit www.auntjemima.com for more information.

If you would like to learn more about product recalls, please visit InjuryBoard's Dangerous & Defective Products information page.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Shannon Weidemann

Children's Metal Jewelry Recalled for Lead Exposure

Chrissie Cole — Sun, 24 Feb 2008 22:29:45 GMT

Pecoware Co., in cooperation with the U.S. Product Safety Commission (CPSC), announced a voluntary recall of its children's metal necklaces due to high levels of lead.

Lead is toxic if ingested by small children and can cause adverse health effects.

The recalled necklaces include a cat with silver and pink rhinestones, a heart and lock with pink rhinestones, a silver colored heart with a rhinestone crown, and a silver colored lock and key. The necklaces hang from silver colored chains.

Consumers are advised to take the recalled necklaces away from small children immediately and to contact Pecoware to arrange a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Pecoware at (800) 456-7326 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.pecoware.com.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Chrissie Cole

Recalled Beef Served in New York City Schools

Shannon Weidemann — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 09:24:14 GMT

A massive recall involving 143 million pounds of beef is affecting the New York City Public School System. The recalled beef was obtained through the National School Lunch Program and served in school cafeterias.

News of a "hold" on beef prompted the New Yory City's Department of Education to "take it upon ourselves as a precaution to stop serving hamburgers," a spokesperson for the department said in an e-mail. This meat, part of the National School Lunch Program, has been removed from schools and destroyed, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture statement.
SchoolFood, a branch of the DOE, received notice of the recall Sunday. Beef from Hallmark/Westland is provided free of cost to the schools by the USDA, and makes up about 25 percent of the beef served in New York City public school cafeterias.

The beef was recalled after video was released by the Humane Society showing workers at the Hallmark/Westland slaughterhouse forcing cows that could not walk to move. Those cows should not have entered the food supply. Company officials are trying to assure the public that the risk is low from consuming the meat, but there is an increased risk of mad cow disease in cow's that cannot walk. It is believed most of the beef in the recall has already been eaten. There have been no reports of illness from the recalled beef.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Shannon Weidemann

Burn Reports Prompt Recall of Icy Hot Heat Therapy Products

Chrissie Cole — Mon, 11 Feb 2008 23:39:15 GMT

Chattem Inc. announced a recall of several varieties of its Icy Hot Heat Therapy products, following numerous reports of consumers suffering burns and skin irritations.

The recall involves approximately 1.8 million boxes of patches and includes all lots and all sizes of the packs labelled for use on the back and those for arm, neck and leg.

Icy Hot Heat Therapy Air Activated Heat -- Back
Icy Hot Heat Therapy Air Activated Heat -- Arm, Neck, and Leg

The recall also includes samples of Icy Hot Heat Therapy Air Activated Heat -- Arm, Neck and Leg that were packaged in yellow and red cartons of 3-ounce Aspercreme Pain Relieving Creme.

Consumers are advised to stop using the recalled products immediately and to return them to the company for a refund.

* The recall applies only to Icy Hot Therapy products - not to Aspercreme and other products by Chattem.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Chrissie Cole

Korica Brand Dried Plums Recalled Due to Undeclared Sulfites

Jenny Albano — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 18:53:03 GMT

Domega Internationanl Ltd., in conjunction with the FDA, is recalling Korica Brand Dried Plums because the product may contain undeclared sulfites. The recalled product was sold in 6 oz. plastic jars and were sold only in the state of New York.

Consumers who eat this product and are sensitive to sulfites can run the risk of serious or life-threatening reactions. The consumption of 10 or more milligrams of sulfites in a serving has been shown to give sever reactions to some people with asthma. Also, anaphylactic shock is possible for some people who consume more than 10 milligrams of sulfites and are sensitive to sulfites.

The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food inspectors and subsequent analysis by Food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of sulfites in KORICA BRAND DRIED PLUM which did not declare sulfites on the labels.

SO far there have not been any illnesses reported to Domega Int. or the FDA. The product was produced in China,

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Jenny Albano

L.L. Bean Insta-Bed Battery Chargers Recalled for Injury Hazard

Chrissie Cole — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 21:29:45 GMT

L.L. Bean, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), announced a voluntary recall of its Insta-Bed battery chargers.

The batteries in the car chargers can overheat when the car is running, causing the battery-charging unit to explode. This can pose an injury hazard to consumers.

To date, the company has received one report of the batteries overheating and bursting. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves the car charging units included with L.L. Bean Raised Insta-Beds with Wenzel model numbers 822628 and 822629. These model numbers correspond to LL Bean catalog number 55780. The model number can be found on the product packaging. The car charging units are connected to the cigarette lighter outlet found in most cars.

Consumers are advised to stop using the recalled battery chargers and to contact LL Bean for a free replacement.

The company advises consumers to only use the original chargers supplied with the Insta-Bed product. Using a different charger could result in product damage or injury.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Chrissie Cole