Atico International USA Recalls Personal Blenders Due to Laceration Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-08-07). Hazards: laceration. Models: SB-19. About 124,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08361 |
| Published | 2008-08-07 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Blenders |
| Products | Signature Gourmet™ and Crofton® Personal Blenders |
| Firm named in the title | Atico International USA |
| Firms | Atico International USA Inc., of Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (for the Crofton® model) (importer); East West Distributing Co., of Deerfield Ill. (for the Signature Gourmet™ model) (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 124,000 |
| Model numbers | SB-19 |
| Hazard classes | laceration |
| Remedy classes | dispose |
| Sold | The Signature Gourmet™ blenders were sold at Walgreens stores nationwide from July 2006 through March 2008 for about $16. The Crofton® blenders were sold at Aldi stores nationwide from May 2007 through March 2008 for about $13. |
Description
This recall involves the Signature Gourmet™ (item number W14A3691) and the Crofton® (model number SB-19) personal blenders. The blenders are white and have 3 component parts - a base containing a power button, a blade assembly, and a blending cup. Signature Gourmet™ or Crofton® is printed on the front of the base of the unit. "SB-19" or "W14A3691" is located on a label at the bottom of the unit.
Hazard
While placing the cup on or off the base of the blender, the blender can be inadvertently turned on, activating the blade. This can pose a serious laceration hazard to consumers.
Remedy
The firm is out of business, the remedy is no longer available, and the product should be discarded or destroyed.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received 14 reports of lacerations, including 11 that required medical treatment and stitches.
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