Maped Helix USA Recalls Metal Lockable Drug Chests Due to Risk of Poisoning
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2022-03-31). Hazards: chemical. About 7,700 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 22109 |
| Published | 2022-03-31 |
| Last updated | 2022-03-31 |
| Products | Helix Metal Lockable Drug Chests |
| Firm named in the title | Maped Helix USA |
| Firms | Maped Helix USA Inc., of Bloomingdale, Illinois (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 7,700 |
| Hazard classes | chemical |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Educators Resource and Court Street Office Supplies stores nationwide and online at www.amazon.com from January 2021 through December 2021 for about $65. |
Description
This recall involves the Helix Metal Lockable Drug Chests. The white metal, rectangular security chests are used to store medications, drugs and other medical supplies. They measure about 8 inches wide by 13 inches long by 8 inches deep and come with two keys, a security tether and a mounting kit. HELIX is metal stamped on the lid next to a cross inside a red circle. Security chests with a locking arm on the left side are included in this recall.
Hazard
The locking mechanism can fail allowing access to the contents inside the chest, posing a risk of poisoning.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chests until repaired and contact Maped Helix USA to be shipped a free consumer-installable repair kit.
Incidents and injuries
Maped Helix USA has received two reports of the locking mechanism failing. No injuries have been reported.
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