Sherwin-Williams Recalls Purdy Scrapers Due to Laceration Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2009-07-30). Hazards: laceration. About 76,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09291 |
| Published | 2009-07-30 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Paint & Coating Items |
| Products | Purdy 2 ½" 4-Edge Scrapers |
| Firm named in the title | Sherwin-Williams |
| Firms | Allway Tools Inc., of Bronx, New York (manufacturer); The Sherwin-Williams Co., of Cleveland, Ohio (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 76,000 |
| Hazard classes | laceration |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Sherwin-Williams Paint stores, Duron Paint stores, MA Bruder Paint stores, United Paint Stores, Norfolk Paint Stores, Mercury Paint Stores, Old Quaker Paint Stores, Flex Bon Paint Stores and Columbia Paint Stores nationwide from February 2009 through June 2009 for about $9. |
Description
The recalled scraper is a 2 ½" wide steel tool with a four-sided edge. The handle has a soft black grip with "Purdy" printed in red letters on the side of the handle.
Hazard
The recalled scraper's body can break away from the handle when struck against a hard object. This poses a laceration hazard to users.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled scraper immediately and return it to any Sherwin-Williams store or the place of purchase for a free replacement.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received four reports of the scraper's body separating from the handle. There have been no reported injuries.
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