Electrical Wire Recalled by Cerro Wire due to Fire Hazard – Mislabeled Packaging
August 19, 2010
NAME OF PRODUCT: THHN ELECTRICAL WIRE
UNITS: ABOUT 1,000
MANUFACTURER: CERRO WIRE INC., OF CROTHERSVILLE, IND.
HAZARD: WHILE THE ACTUAL ELECTRICAL WIRE HAS “14 GAUGE” PRINTED ON IT, THE PACKAGING INCORRECTLY LABELS THE ELECTRICAL WIRE AS 12 GAUGE. IF USED AS A 12 GAUGE WIRE, IT CAN OVERLOAD, POSING A FIRE HAZARD TO CONSUMERS.
Brigade Hickory Handle Sledge Hammers Recalled by White Cap Construction Supply
August 19, 2010
NAME OF PRODUCT: HICKORY HANDLE SLEDGE HAMMERS
UNITS: ABOUT 15,000
IMPORTER: WHITE CAP CONSTRUCTION SUPPLY INC., OF COSTA MESA, CALIF.
HAZARD: THE HEAD OF THE SLEDGE HAMMER CAN LOOSEN AND DETACH, POSING A RISK OF IMPACT INJURY TO CONSUMERS.
INCIDENTS/INJURIES: NONE REPORTED.
Powertec Recalls to Repair Leverage Gyms Due to Injury Hazard
August 18, 2010
THE FOLLOWING PRODUCT SAFETY RECALL WAS VOLUNTARILY CONDUCTED BY THE FIRM IN COOPERATION WITH THE CPSC AND HEALTH CANADA. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING THE PRODUCT IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED. IT IS ILLEGAL TO RESELL OR ATTEMPT TO RESELL A RECALLED CONSUMER PRODUCT.
NAME OF PRODUCT: LEVERAGE GYMS
UNITS: ABOUT 1,000
Merrick Pet Care Recalls Filet Squares & Texas Hold’ems 10oz Bag: Salmonella Risk
August 17, 2010
Merrick Pet Care, Inc. of Amarillo, TX is recalling all lots of its 10 oz “Beef Filet Squares” for Dogs and “Texas Hold’ems” pet treats because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products. People handling the treats can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the chews or any surfaces exposed to these products. Consumers should dispose of these products in a safe manner by securing them in a covered trash receptacle.
Staphylococcus Aureus in Queso Cotija Cheese
August 17, 2010
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Patrick Hooker today warned consumers in the Queens County, New York area not to consume certain “Queso Cotija Cheese” made by Mexicali Cheese Corp, 91-52 87th Street, Woodhaven, New York 11421 due to possible Staphylococcus aureus contamination.
Nationwide Milk Allergen Recall of Kroger Meals Made Simple Shrimp Linguini
August 17, 2010
Kroger (product distributor) and Contessa Premium Foods, Inc. (product manufacturer) are recalling 24 ounce bags of Kroger brand Meals Made Simple Shrimp Linguini, because it may contain undeclared milk product. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk products run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.
Strong America Ltd. Issues an Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in Golden Smell Brand Dried Potato
August 14, 2010
Strong America Ltd. of Long Island City, NY is recalling Golden Smell brand “Dried Potato” packages with code DB35/TI02.7-2001 because they contain undeclared sulfites. People who have a severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening reaction if they consume this product.
Wright County Egg Recalls Shell Eggs Because of Possible Health Risk
August 14, 2010
The following statement was released by officials of Wright County Egg regarding the US Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) on-farm records review and egg testing for Salmonella.
Goya Foods, Inc. Recalls Frozen Mamey Pulp, Produced By Coco, S.A. of Guatemala: Salmonella Risk
August 14, 2010
As a precautionary measure Goya Foods, Inc. has voluntarily recalled the Mamey Pulp product produced by COCO, S.A. of Guatemala. This product is distributed nationwide through retail stores under the Goya label.
The product comes in a 14 ounce plastic package. All production lot codes are being recalled. The UPC is 041331090803.
Goya Foods, Inc. Announces Voluntary Recall of Frozen Mamey Pulp
August 13, 2010
Click here for an updated news release concerning this recall.
Prolatis’ Recalls Prolatis’ Marketed as Dietary Supplement
August 13, 2010
Prolatis’ announced today that it is conducting a voluntary nationwide recall of the company’s product sold under the name Prolatis’. Prolatis’ is conducting a voluntary recall after being informed by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that lab analysis has found Prolatis’ to contain Sulfoaildenafil, an analogue of Sildenafil, an FDA-approved drug used as treatment for male Erectile Dysfunction (ED), making Prolatis’ an unapproved drug. The active drug ingredient is not listed on the product label. Product manufactured prior to August 9, 2010 is included in this recall. Prolatis’ is sold nationwide in double blister packs and 40 count bottles.
Circus World Recalls Wireless Video Baby Monitors Due to Overheating Hazard
August 13, 2010
WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION, IN COOPERATION WITH THE FIRM NAMED BELOW, TODAY ANNOUNCED A VOLUNTARY RECALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONSUMER PRODUCT. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED. IT IS ILLEGAL TO RESELL OR ATTEMPT TO RESELL A RECALLED CONSUMER PRODUCT.
P. Graham Dunn Recalls Toy Rattles Due to Choking Hazard
August 12, 2010
WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION, IN COOPERATION WITH THE FIRM NAMED BELOW, TODAY ANNOUNCED A VOLUNTARY RECALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONSUMER PRODUCT. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED. IT IS ILLEGAL TO RESELL OR ATTEMPT TO RESELL A RECALLED CONSUMER PRODUCT.
Ikaria Recalls INOMAX DS Drug-Delivery System
August 11, 2010
Ikaria, Inc. announced today that its INOMAX® DS drug-delivery systems in the United States are being voluntarily recalled due to the potential failure of a pressure switch which may have an impact on the administration of INOMAX® (nitric oxide) for inhalation to patients. This potential failure was identified by Ikaria as part of its ongoing quality monitoring and review processes. This class I recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). All INOMAX DS systems in Canada also are being voluntarily recalled.
Fresh Express Recalls a Limited Number of Cases of Veggie Lovers Salad with an Expiration Date of August 10 Due to a Possible Health Risk
August 11, 2010
Fresh Express is voluntarily recalling 2,825 cases of Veggie Lovers Salad with a Product Code of I208 and Use-by Date of August 10, 2010 out of an abundance of caution due to a possible health risk from Listeria monocytogenes. No other Fresh Express salads are included in the recall. No illnesses have been reported in association with the recall.
Novacare Recalls Products Found to Contain Undeclared Drug Ingredient Sulfoaildenafil
August 11, 2010
Novacare LLC announced today that it is conducting a voluntary nationwide recall of products sold under the following names: Stiff Nights, Aziffa, Size Matters, Erex, Mojo, Hard Drive, Eyeful, Red Magic, Straight Up, Zotrex, Monster Excyte, WOW, Xaitrex, Verect, Prolatis, Xytamax, Maxyte, Libidinal, OMG, OMG45, and Zilex (with Golden Spear).
More Fire Reports and Low Consumer Response Rate Prompt Reannouncement of Goldstar and Comfort-Aire Dehumidifier Recall
August 11, 2010
WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION, IN COOPERATION WITH THE FIRM NAMED BELOW, TODAY REANNOUNCED A VOLUNTARY RECALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONSUMER PRODUCTS. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED. IT IS ILLEGAL TO RESELL OR ATTEMPT TO RESELL A RECALLED CONSUMER PRODUCT.
Asurion Recalls Counterfeit BlackBerry Branded Batteries Due to Burn and Fire Hazards
August 11, 2010
THE FOLLOWING PRODUCT SAFETY RECALL WAS VOLUNTARILY CONDUCTED BY THE FIRM IN COOPERATION WITH THE CPSC. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING THE PRODUCT IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED. IT IS ILLEGAL TO RESELL OR ATTEMPT TO RESELL A RECALLED CONSUMER PRODUCT.
NAME OF PRODUCT: COUNTERFEIT BLACKBERRY®-BRANDED CELL PHONE BATTERIES IN REFURBISHED DEVICES
Bosch Thermotechnology Recalls Boiler Survey Kits Due to Fire Hazard
August 10, 2010
THE FOLLOWING PRODUCT SAFETY RECALL WAS VOLUNTARILY CONDUCTED BY THE FIRM IN COOPERATION WITH THE CPSC. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING THE PRODUCT IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED. IT IS ILLEGAL TO RESELL OR ATTEMPT TO RESELL A RECALLED CONSUMER PRODUCT.
NAME OF PRODUCT: SERVICE KIT FOR GAS-FIRED BOILER
EZVille, Ltd. Issues a Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Solo Slim® Found to Contain an undeclared Drug Ingredient
August 8, 2010
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