1. H-E-B Recalls Stainless Steel Cookware Due to Injury Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/H-E-B-Recalls-Stainless-Steel-Cookware/
2. Tristar Products Recalls AquaRug Shower Rugs Due to Fall Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Tristar-Products-Recalls-AquaRug-Shower-Rugs/
3. i play Recalls Glass Food Storage Cubes Due to Injury Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/i-play-recalls-glass-food-storage-cubes/
4. Varaluz Recalls Longfellow Light Fixtures Due to Fire Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Varaluz-Recalls-Longfellow-Light-Fixtures/
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1. Recall Date: January 28, 2016
Recall Number: 16-085
H-E-B Recalls Stainless Steel Cookware Due to Injury Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/H-E-B-Recalls-Stainless-Steel-Cookware/
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Cookware
Hazard: The metal discs that cover the cookware’s rivets can pop off and hit consumers, posing an injury hazard.
Remedy: Refund
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cookware and return it to H-E-B for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: H-E-B at 800-432-3113 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.heb.com and click on Product Recalls under the Customer Service section at the bottom of the homepage for more information.
Recall Details
Photos available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/H-E-B-Recalls-Stainless-Steel-Cookware/
Units: About 41,000
Description: This recalls includes the Connect by H-E-B tri-ply stainless steel cookware. It was sold as a 12-piece set or as individual pieces. “Connect” is stamped into the base of the handle and the Connect by H-E-B logo is stamped on the underside of the cookware. Cookware included in this recall does not have a date code on the underside. The UPC code can be found on the back of the product packaging:
| Product Name | UPC |
| Connect by H-E-B 8in Tri Ply Stainless Steel Fry Pan | 4122032279 |
| Connect by H-E-B 12Pc Cookware Set Tri Ply Stainless Steel | 4122032277 |
| Connect by H-E-B 10in Tri Ply Stainless Steel Fry Pan | 4122032280 |
| Connect by H-E-B 12in Deep Sauté w/Lid & Handle | 4122032297 |
| Connect by H-E-B 10in Tri Ply Non-Stick Stainless Steel Fry Pan | 4122032281 |
| Connect by H-E-B 8in Tri Ply Non-Stick Stainless Steel Fry Pan | 4122032283 |
| Connect by H-E-B 6Qt Dutch Oven | 4122032293 |
| Connect by H-E-B 12in Tri Ply Non-Stick Stainless Steel Fry Pan w/handle | 4122032290 |
| Connect by H-E-B 12Qt Stock Pot w/Lid | 4122032296 |
| Connect by H-E-B 12in Tri Ply Stainless Steel Fry Pan w/handle | 4122032286 |
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received seven reports of the metal discs popping off the cookware. No injuries have been reported.
Sold exclusively at: H-E-B stores in Texas from September 2014 through December 2015 for between $20 and $250.
Importer: HEB Grocery Company LLC, of San Antonio, Texas
Manufactured in: China
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2. Recall Date: January 28, 2016
Recall Number: 16-084
Tristar Products Recalls AquaRug Shower Rugs Due to Fall Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Tristar-Products-Recalls-AquaRug-Shower-Rugs/
Recall Summary
Name of Product: AquaRug shower rugs
Hazard: The four suction cups on the underside of the rugs can fail to prevent slipping, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Remedy: Replace
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled shower rugs and contact Tristar for instructions on how to dispose of the rugs and to obtain a free replacement rug.
Consumer Contact: Tristar Products toll-free at 888-770-7125 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.tristarproductsinc.com and click on “Aqua Rug Recall” for more information.
Recall Details
Photos available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Tristar-Products-Recalls-AquaRug-Shower-Rugs/
Units: About 1.4 million (in addition 70,000 rugs were sold in Canada)
Description: This recall involves Aqua Rugs with four plastic suction cups. The rugs are intended to provide a slip-resistant surface in the shower or bathtub. The rugs were sold in beige and clear, and in two sizes: 29.5 inches by 17.25 inches for use in the bathtub, and 21.75 inches by 19.75 inches for use in a shower stall. The rugs have a plastic border and only four plastic suction cups, one affixed to the underside of each corner of the rug. “AquaRug” and “As Seen On TV” are printed on the front of the cardboard packaging.
Incidents/Injuries: Tristar has received 60 reports of consumers falling in the shower or bathtub while on the recalled four suction cup rugs, including 30 reports of injuries such as bruises, cuts, and fractured or broken bones.
Sold at: Bed Bath & Beyond, Dollar General and other retail stores nationwide, online at Amazon.com and BuyAquaRug.com, by Tristar through direct response television commercials, and through a live television show on QVC, from July 2012 to September 2015 for between $18 and $28.
Importer: Tristar Products Inc., of Fairfield, N.J.
Manufactured in: China
Note: Health Canada's press release is available at: http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2016/56846r-eng.php
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3. Recall Date: January 28, 2016
Recall Number: 16-087
i play Recalls Glass Food Storage Cubes Due to Injury Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/i-play-recalls-glass-food-storage-cubes/
Recall Summary
Name of Product: green sprouts® glass food cubes
Hazard: The glass containers can break unexpectedly, posing a risk of injury.
Remedy: Replace
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled food cubes and contact i play. for instructions on receiving a coupon toward the purchase of a new i play. product and shipping.
Consumer Contact: i play. at 800-876-1574 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at contactus@iplaybaby.com or online at www.iplaybaby.com and click on the “Health & Safety” link at the bottom of the right side of the homepage under the Support column for more information.
Recall Details
Photos available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/i-play-recalls-glass-food-storage-cubes/
Units: About 68,000 (in addition, about 300 sold in Canada)
Description: The recalled glass food storage cubes are sold in a set of four with colored, rubberized plastic lids and fit into one storage tray. The cubes are sold in 2-ounce and 4-ounce sizes. The lid colors and trays of the affected lot of 2-ounce cubes include blue, green and pink. The lid colors and trays of the affected 4-ounce cubes include blue, green, pink and yellow. “green sprouts” is molded into each plastic lid, on edges of the matching plastic storage tray and on the bottom of each quadrant of the storage tray. “green sprouts® by i play., Inc.” and “Made in China” are molded into the bottom of each glass cube. On the bottom of the plastic storage tray is a tracking dial with one of the following markings:
An arrow that points to “11” and the numbers on the sides of the arrow read “4” on the left of the arrow and “1” on the right.
An arrow that points to “5” and the numbers on the sides of the arrow read “1” on the left of the arrow and “5” on the right.
Incidents/Injuries: CPSC and the firm are aware of 23 reports of incidents. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: buybuy Baby and Whole Foods nationwide and online at amazon.com, babyhaven.com, diapers.com, drugstore,com and target.com from June 2015 through December 2015 for about $15 for the 2-ounce size and $20 for the 4-ounce size.
Importer: i play., inc., of Asheville, N.C.
Manufactured in: China
Note: Health Canada's press release is available at:
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2016/56872r-eng.php
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4. Recall Date: January 28, 2016
Recall Number: 16-086
Varaluz Recalls Longfellow Light Fixtures Due to Fire Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Varaluz-Recalls-Longfellow-Light-Fixtures/
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Longfellow lighting fixtures for indoor and outdoor use
Hazard: Improper wiring can allow melting of the insulation and cause the fixtures to short out, posing fire and shock hazards.
Remedy: Repair, refund. Consumers should immediately discontinue use of the fixtures until replacement units are available. Consumers should contact Varaluz for a replacement light fixture or a refund.
Consumer Contact: Varaluz collect at 702-792-6900 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.varaluz.com and click on the recall news article at the bottom of the homepage for more information. Consumers can also email the firm at customerservice@varaluz.com.
Recall Details
Photos available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Varaluz-Recalls-Longfellow-Light-Fixtures/
Units: About 80
Description: This recall involves all Longfellow model 3- and 4-light light fixtures for indoor or outdoor use. The black metal fixtures have a clear/frosted glass shade on four sides and can be wall mounted or ceiling mounted. Model number 731KL04EB, 731KM03EB, 731P03EB, 331P03BL, 731P03EB or 331P04BL is printed on the label on the canopy of the ceiling mounted fixtures or the backplate of wall mounted fixtures.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received two reports of lights bulbs shorting. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Lighting showrooms nationwide and online through lighting and home improvement websites from April 2013 to September 2015 for between $320 and $420.
Importer/Distributor: Varaluz LLC, of Las Vegas, Nev.
Manufactured in: Philippines
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