Millar Instruments Recalls Millar Mikro-Tip Angiographic Catheter, Model SPC-454D and SPC-454F
March 23, 2011
Millar Instruments, Inc, Houston, Texas, is issuing a worldwide recall of 1,080 units of its Human Use High Injection Angiographic Catheter. The Angiographic Catheter, Models SPC-454D and SPC-454F, found to contain particulate debris within the catheter lumen, which potentially could result in embolization of foreign debris to tissues, vasculature, and organs, potentially causing myocardial infarction, stroke, limb ischemia, and /or death. Investigation revealed that small particles (debris) may exist in additional catheters of these models. User feedback stated that particles entering the cardiovascular system increases when using the catheters’ high speed injection feature.
Lakeside Foods Recalls Pickled Sliced Beets
March 23, 2011
Lakeside Foods, Inc. of Manitowoc, Wisconsin is initiating a voluntary recall of 3000 cases of 105-ounce canned pickled sliced beets because some cans may have been under processed. While no illnesses have been reported, these cans have the potential to be contaminated with harmful organisms including Clostridium botulinum. Botulism, a potentially fatal form of food poisoning, can cause the following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness, double vision and trouble with speaking or swallowing. Difficulty in breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal distention and constipation may also be common symptoms. People experiencing these problems should seek immediate medical attention. Consumers also are warned not to use the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled.
Scotch Corp Recalls Instant Power Toilet Bowl Restorer
March 23, 2011
Name of Product: Instant Power® Toilet Bowl Restorer™
Units: About 74,760
Distributor: Scotch Corporation, of Dallas, Texas
Hazard: The contents can leak from the cap when the bottle is turned on its side. When this happens, the cleaner can come into contact with consumers and property, posing a risk of chemical burns and irritation to the skin and eyes.
Second Infant Death Prompts Re-Announcement of Delta Enterprise “Safety Peg” Drop-Side Crib Recall to Repair
March 23, 2011
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Delta Enterprise Corp., of New York, N.Y. are re-announcing the 2008 recall of more than 985,000 drop-side cribs with “Crib Trigger Lock and Safety Peg” hardware.
Ocean Technology Systems Recalls Guardian Full-Face Diving Masks Due to Drowning Hazard
March 23, 2011
Name of Product: Guardian full-face diving masks
Units: About 1,700 in the U.S. and 80 in Canada
Manufacturer: Undersea Systems International Inc. dba Ocean Technology Systems, of Santa Ana, Calif.
Hazard: The purge assembly on the diving mask can disengage from the regulator, resulting in loss of air to the diver. This poses a drowning hazard to the consumer.
Universal Nutrition Recalls Several Protein-Based Supplements Due To Possible Salmonella Contamination
March 22, 2011
Universal Nutrition is recalling specific lot numbers for Gain Fast, LAVA, Real Gains, Super Whey Pro, Torrent, Ultra Mass 4500, Ultra Whey Pro and Uni-Syn because one ingredient, whey protein, has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.
H&P Industries Recalls Certain Povidine Iodine Prep Pads Due to Potential Microbial Contamination
March 19, 2011
H&P industries, Inc., a manufacturer of over-the-counter products has initiated a voluntary product recall of ALL LOTS of POVIDINE PREP PADS manufactured by H&P Industries, Inc. but which are private labeled for many accounts. This recall has been initiated due to results of the FDA’s ongoing investigation and sampling efforts, and H&P Industries, Inc. internal investigation.
Lilly Announces Important Action Regarding Recall of Alcohol Prep Pads Made by Triad Group Included in Forteo Starter Kits
March 19, 2011
Eli Lilly and Company announced today that patients should not use the alcohol prep pads made by the Triad Group that are contained in the black starter kits for Forteo® [teriparatide (rDNA origin) injection] in the United States.
World Variety Produce Recalls Serrano Peppers Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination
March 19, 2011
WorldVariety Produce, Inc. of Los Angeles, CA is recalling Serrano Peppers, because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
CPSC and HUD Issue Updated Remediation Protocol for Homes with Problem Drywall
March 19, 2011
Government Investigation Raises Concerns About Pool and Spa Drain Cover Testing and Entrapment Risks
March 19, 2011
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is conducting an investigation into the safety of pool and spa drain covers and the adequacy of testing procedures used to determine the flow rating of these covers. The investigation has revealed that the testing protocols used by some laboratories may have been improper and, as a result, some covers certified by these laboratories may not comply with the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (P&SSAct). Pool and spa drains that use covers certified with inaccurate flow ratings may fail to prevent the hidden hazard of a drain entrapment.
Toyo Recalls Certain Tires Due to the Possibility of Tread Becoming Detached
March 19, 2011
American Regent Recalls Bacteriostatic Sodium Chloride Injection Vials
March 18, 2011
American Regent is conducting a nationwide voluntary recall of the three lots listed below of the following product:
Bacteriostatic Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, 0.9%, 30 mL, Multiple Dose Vials NDC # 0517-0648-25
PLEASE NOTE: This recall, initiated on March 15, 2011 to the User Level, is for the following lots of Bacteriostatic Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, 0.9% 30 mL Multiple Dose Vials: NDC # 0517-0648-25
American Regent Recalls Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Injection Vials
March 18, 2011
American Regent is conducting a nationwide voluntary recall of the following:
Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Injection, 4 mg/mL, 1 mL Single Dose Vials NDC # 0517-4901-25; and Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Injection, 4 mg/mL, 5 mL Multiple Dose Vials NDC # 0517-4905-25;
and Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate Injection, 4 mg/mL, 30 mL Multiple Dose Vials NDC # 0517-4930-25
Kawasaki Recalls Backpack Blowers Due to Fire Hazard
March 18, 2011
Name of Product: Gasoline-Powered Backpack Blowers
Units: About 3,400 in the United States and 100 in Canada
Importer: Kawasaki Motor Corp. U.S. A., of Irvine, Calif.
Hazard: The gasoline tank can split and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Maruyama U.S. Recalls Backpack Blowers and Mister Dusters Due to Fire Hazard
March 18, 2011
Name of Product: Gasoline-Powered Backpack Blowers and Mister Dusters
Units: About 18,000 in the United States and 750 in Canada
Importer: Maruyama U.S. Inc., of Denton, Texas
Hazard: The gasoline tank can split and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Pogo Sticks Recalled by Bravo Sports Due to Risk of Serious Injury
March 17, 2011
Name of Product: Pogo Sticks
Units: About 169,000
Distributor: Bravo Sports, of Santa Fe Springs, Calif.
Hazard: The bottom of the pogo stick’s frame tube can break or come apart and a pin holding the spring in place can break, posing laceration and fall hazards to consumers.
Girls’ Jeans for Toddlers Recalled by Parigi Due to Choking Hazard
March 17, 2011
Name of Product: Girls’ Jeans for Toddlers
Units: About 1,600 units
Importer: Parigi Group, Ltd., of New York, NY
Hazard: Decorative rhinestones and sequins on the jeans’ pockets can pose a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
D&M Smoked Fish, Issues an Alert on Uneviscerated Shmaltz Herring and Cold Smoked Sprats
March 16, 2011
D&M Smoked Fish, Inc. located in Queens, New York, is recalling Haifa brand Schmaltz Herring with the Lot # 51 and Cold Smoked Sprats Lot #54 because the product was found to be uneviscerated.
8th Grader from Hawaii Wins Grand Prize in CPSC’s Carbon Monoxide Poster Contest
March 16, 2011
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is announcing the winners of its first-ever poster contest for middle school students on carbon monoxide (CO) safety. Trachell from Hawaii was awarded the grand prize.
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