CPSC2010-09-21
The Gerson Company Recalls Glass Vases Due to Laceration Hazard
The Gerson Company, of Olathe, Kan.
Hazard
The glass vases can break or fracture, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled vase and discard them immediately. Contact the firm for a full refund.
Sold at
Michael's stores nationwide and in Canada from July 2006 through March 2010 for about $15.
Affected count
About 203,000 in the U.S. and 9,000 in Canada
Injuries reported
The firm has received nine reports of the vase shattering, including nine reports of lacerations to the hands.
Manufactured in
China
Products
20" Glass Vases
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Gerson toll-free at (877) 461-6298 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's website at www.gersoncompany.com or email to recall@gersoncompany.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/The-Gerson-Company-Recalls-Glass-Vases-Due-to-Laceration-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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