CPSC2019-03-14
Brush Art Recalls WIC Nutrition Plates Due to Fire Hazard
Brush Art Corp., of Downs, Kan.
Hazard
The plates are incorrectly labeled as microwave-safe. They contain aluminum, which poses a fire hazard if microwaved.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled plates, and return them to their WIC Clinic for free replacement plates. Replacement plates are being manufactured and will be sent to Indiana WIC clinics when they become available.
Sold at
Distributed as a free promotional item exclusively by WIC clinics located in Indiana from August 2018 through November 2018.
Affected count
About 98,000
Injuries reported
Brush Art has received two reports of plates catching fire while in the microwave and one report of the plate melting. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
WIC nutrition plates
Consumer contact
Brush Art at 800-778-9005 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.brushart.com and click on WIC Plate Recall for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Brush-Art-Recalls-WIC-Nutrition-Plates-Due-to-Fire-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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