Telebrands Recalls Scarves with Microwaveable Heat Packs Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-03-10). Hazards: fire, burn. About 98,500 units in the US and 1,500 in Canada.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10159 |
| Published | 2010-03-10 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Clothing (Adults) |
| Products | Therma Scarf scarves |
| Firm named in the title | Telebrands |
| Firms | Telebrands Corp., of Fairfield, N.J. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 98,500 |
| Units (Canada) | 1,500 |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Bed Bath & Beyond® stores, As Seen on TV retail kiosks in shopping malls nationwide, through direct response television and over the internet at www.thermascarf.com and www.asseenontvguys.com from October 2009 through January 2010 for between $20 and $25. |
Description
The recalled scarves have pockets and microwaveable heat packs composed of flax seeds. The scarves are made of polyester/cotton, and were sold in black and camel colors.
Hazard
The heat packs can overheat when heated in a microwave oven, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Therma Scarf and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. If purchased through the infomercial or over the internet, consumers will be contacted by Telebrands with instructions on how to obtain a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received seven reports of overheating, including five fires, three of which resulted in property damage to the microwave. Two of the incidents were in Canada. No injuries have been reported.
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