CPSC, Kole Imports Announce Recall of Contact Adhesive
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2001-01-13). Hazards: fire, chemical, non compliance. About 90,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 01199 |
| Published | 2001-01-13 |
| Last updated | 2026-03-17 |
| Product category | Adhesives |
| Products | Super Contact Adhesive |
| Firm named in the title | Kole Imports |
| Firms | Kole Imports, of Carson, Calif. (importer) |
| Units (US) | 90,000 |
| UPC / GTIN | 00731015044719 |
| Hazard classes | fire, chemical, non compliance |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Discount and "Dollar" stores nationwide sold the adhesive, from January 2000 to January 2001, for about $1. |
Description
The recalled adhesive comes in a soft metal squeeze tube about 1" x 5" with a screw top. The tube is marked, "Super Contact Adhesive," and comes in yellow, orange, blue, and white. The UPC code is 7-31015-04471- 9.
Hazard
The adhesive contains toluene, which can present a fire and poisoning hazard to consumers. The packaging of this product does not have the required cautionary labeling, as required under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the adhesive immediately and call Kole Imports to receive a full refund. Consumers also can write to Kole Imports at 24600 S. Main Street, Carson, CA 90745 for the refund. Consumers who write to the company should not mail the product to the company or the retailer.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Kole Imports have not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
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