CPSC Alert: Consumers Urged To Stop Using phil&teds USA Clip-on Chairs
May 7, 2011
The product is an infant/toddler chair with a nylon fabric seat and a metal frame that clamps onto tables using two metal vise clamps. The upper part of each clamp rests on the table top and has either a rubber clamp pad on its underside or a rubber boot covering it. The chair is sold in three fabric colors – red, black and navy.
Photon Climbing Carabiners and Quickdraws Recalled: Fall Risk
May 7, 2011
About 15,500 Photon carabiners are being recalled by CAMP USA Inc., of Broomfield, CO because the carabiner gate may open under heavy loads. So far no injuries have been reported.
States Press for Fruity Malt Liquor Recall of Blast by Snoop Dog and Pabst
May 6, 2011
State attorneys general from at least a dozen states are pressing Pabst Brewing Company to either change the way it’s manufacturing and marketing (as a single serving) Snoop Dogg’s “Blast by Colt 45” or else recall the product, which has only been on the market since early April.
Taylor Farms Pacific Recalls Grape Tomatoes Due to Salmonella Risk
May 6, 2011
Taylor Farms Pacific, Inc. of Tracy, CA has been notified by grower Six L’s that a specific lot of grape tomatoes supplied to Taylor Farms Pacific may be contaminated with Salmonella. This product has been recalled by Six L’s.
The recalled grape tomatoes were used in the following products made by Taylor Farms Pacific for Albertsons, Raley’s, Safeway, Savemart, Sam’s Club, & Walmart.
American Regent Recalls Caffeine & Sodium Benzoate Injection, USP 250 mg/mL, 2 mL Single Dose Vial Due to Visible Particulates
May 6, 2011
Shirley, NY – American Regent is conducting a nationwide voluntary recall to the consumer and user level of the following product: Caffeine & Sodium Benzoate Injection, USP, 250 mg/mL, 2 mL Single Dose Vial,
NDC # 0517-2502-10, Lot #0084, Exp Date February, 2012.
TRI-STATE Baking Company, L.L.C. Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Soy Flour, Soy Lecithin, And/Or Milk In Product
May 6, 2011
Tri-State Bakery, L.L.C. of Amarillo, Texas is recalling 24 ounce white and wheat breads purchased prior to May 2, 2011, identified through the description and the UPC and Item Codes listed below (“Recalled Bread”), because they may contain undeclared soy flour, soy lecithin, and milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to soy flour, soy lecithin, and milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
Recall Alert: 445,000 Bunk Beds Sold at Walmart, Kmart, Target and Other Stores
May 6, 2011
About 445,000 wooden bunk beds sold nationwide at stores like Walmart, Kmart, and Target have been recalled due to wooden side-rails that can split and cause the bunk bed to collapse.
The beds were distributed by Dorel Asia SRL, of Barbados and were made in Vietnam. There have been at least 23 reports of the side rails cracking or breaking, including seven reports of minor bruises or abrasions.
Ryobi Sheet Sanders Recalled by One World Technologies Due to Laceration Hazard
May 6, 2011
One World Technologies, Inc., of Anderson, S.C. recalls Ryobi ¼ Sheet Sanders due to potential laceration hazard. Approximately 300,000 sanders were recalled after it was discovered that pieces of the fan can break off from the fan assembly and be ejected from the product. The company has received at least 31 reports of broken fan pieces being ejected from the sander, including two reports of minor lacerations.
Engines Sold with Husqvarna, Cub Cadet, and Troy-Bilt Riding Lawn Mowers Recalled
May 6, 2011
About 10,000 riding lawnmower engines are being recalled by Kohler Courage Engines because a wire connector on the engine can disconnect and cause the operator’s seat switch to fail. The seat switch is designed to shut off the engine when the operator gets off the riding lawn mower while the blades under the deck are engaged.
G.A. Gertmenian and Sons Recalls Toy Story 3 Bowling Game Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
May 6, 2011
G.A. Gertmenian and Sons, LLC, of Los Angeles, California recalls approximately 600 Toy Story 3 Bowling Games due to high levels of lead in paint used on the product. The red paint used on some bowling pins has been measured to be in excess of the maximum allowable level of 90 ppm, a violation of the federal lead paint standard.
Keys Manufacturing Company Recalls Pig Ears for Pet Treats Because Of Possible Salmonella Contamination
May 5, 2011
Keys Manufacturing Company, Inc. of Paris, IL is recalling Pig Ears for Pet Treats due to the potential Salmonella contamination. The risk of Salmonella in the recalled pig ears can affect both animals and humans when handling contaminated pet products. People handling dry pet food and/or 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.
Mastronardi Produce Voluntarily Recalls Grape Tomatoes Because of Possible Health Risk
May 5, 2011
BPA Safety Still Debated, Despite Strong Evidence of Dangers
May 4, 2011
Bisphenol A, commonly known as BPA, is an industrial chemical used in manufacturing hard plastic bottles and metal-based food and beverage cans since the 1960s. The chemical is a synthetic estrogen typically used to harden polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resin. It is used in paints, coatings, and many items other than food storage containers. The Environmental Working Group estimates six billion pounds of BPA are manufactured annually, selling for about $6 billion.
Porky Products Recalls Salted Smoked Herring (Bloaters)
May 4, 2011
Porky Products of Carteret, NJ recalls Salted Smoked Split Herring (bloaters) the risk of being contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium which can cause life-threatening illness or death. Consumers are warned not to consume the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled.
The Raymond-Hadley Corporation Expands Allergy Alert On Undeclared Milk In Better Batter Mixes To Include One Lot Of #1 Gluten Free Brand Chocolate Cake Mix And #1 Gluten Free Brand White Cake Mix
May 4, 2011
The Raymond-Hadley Corp. of Spencer, NY is expanding the 4/26/11 recall of varieties and date codes of Better Batter Mixes to include one lot of #1 Gluten Free brand Chocolate Cake Mix and #1 Gluten Free brand White Cake Mix because they may contain the undeclared allergen MILK. People who have an allergy to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
Sea Elite Systems Recalls Buoyancy Control Devices Due to Drowning Hazard
May 4, 2011
WRK Enterprises- Edge Dive Gear of Macon, GA. Recalls Sea Elite Systems Buoyancy Control Devices (BCD) due to threat of drowning when using this product. Over 400 Buoyancy Control Devices were recalled as a result of a spring in the over pressure valve can corrode and break preventing the buoyancy control device from retaining air, posing a drowning hazard to consumers.
Girl’s Hooded Sweater Recalled by El Gringo Imports Due to Strangulation Hazard
May 4, 2011
El Gringo Imports of Seattle recalls about 300 Girl’s Hooded Sweater with Drawstring due to strangulation risk. Although no injuries have been reported, the hooded sweaters have drawstrings through the hood which can pose a strangulation or entrapment hazard to children.
Tween Brands Recalls Beaded Curtains Due to Risk of Entrapment and Strangulation; Sold Exclusively at Justice Stores
May 4, 2011
GMA Accessories Inc., of New York, N.Y. recalls Beaded Curtains as a result of the risk of strangulation. The product was distributed by Tween Brands Inc. of New Albany, OH. The curtains made of beaded string are prone to entanglement and strangulation. At least two reports of entanglement have been reported. There are no known injuries. Approximately 36,000 beaded-curtains are affected by the recall.
Cheaper Keeper Pacifier Clips Recalled Due to Choking Hazard
May 4, 2011
About six-thousand Cheaper Keeper pacifier clips from Sandbox Medical are being recalled because the clip can break, which poses a choking hazard. Although no injuries have been reporting as of the date of this recall, Sandbox Medical has received at least two reports of the pacifier clip breaking apart during use.
Edge and HOG Buoyancy Control Devices (BCDs) Recalled Due to Drowning Hazard
May 4, 2011
About 750 Edge and HOG (Highly Optimized Gear) Buoyancy Control Devices (BCDs) are being recalled in the United States due to a drowning hazard casued by corroded springs in the over-pressure valve.
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