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

RECALLS, MARKET WITHDRAWALS, & SAFETY ALERTS ARCHIVE FOR RECALLS, MARKET WITHDRAWALS & SAFETY ALERTS ENFORCEMENT REPORTS INDUSTRY GUIDANCE MAJOR PRODUCT RECALLS VAR CID_ID, CID_ITEM, CID_CLASS, CONTENT_PAGE = 0; VAR BREAKOUT = FALSE; VAR CID = WINDOW.LOCATION.HREF.SPLIT(“/”); VAR CID_FILENAME = CID; IF(CID_FILENAME.TOLOWERCASE() == “DEFAULT.HTM” || CID_FILENAME.TOLOWERCASE() == “INDEX.HTM” ) { CID_ID = DOCUMENT.GETELEMENTBYID(“LEFT_NAV_2202″); IF(CID_ID.CLASSNAME == “SIDEMENU_PARENT”) { BREAKOUT = TRUE; } } ELSE { CID_ITEM = CID_FILENAME.SPLIT(“.”); CID_ID = DOCUMENT.GETELEMENTBYID(CID_ITEM.TOUPPERCASE()); CONTENT_PAGE = 1; } IF(BREAKOUT == FALSE) { IF (CID_ID && CONTENT_PAGE == 1) { VAR CID_IMG_TEXT=” \"CURRENT“; VAR CID_ID_INNERTEXT = CID_ID.INNERHTML; CID_IMG_TEXT += CID_ID_INNERTEXT; CID_ID.INNERHTML = CID_IMG_TEXT+”"; } ELSE IF(CID_ID) { VAR CID_IMG_TEXT=”\"CURRENT“; VAR CID_ID_INNERTEXT = CID_ID.INNERHTML; IF((CID_ID_INNERTEXT.TOLOWERCASE()).INDEXOF(“”) >= 0) { VAR INDEXER = (CID_ID_INNERTEXT.TOLOWERCASE()).INDEXOF(“”); VAR BEG = CID_ID_INNERTEXT.SUBSTRING(0, INDEXER); VAR END = CID_ID_INNERTEXT.SUBSTRING(INDEXER); CID_ID.INNERHTML = CID_IMG_TEXT + BEG + “” + END; } ELSE { CID_IMG_TEXT += CID_ID_INNERTEXT; CID_ID.INNERHTML = CID_IMG_TEXT+”"; } } } RECALL — FIRM PRESS RELEASE

 

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