Tree Wound and Grafting Compound Recalled by the Tanglefoot Co.

Pressure can build inside the can and forcibly discharge the compound, which can cause temporary skin irritation.

Recall #: 01071a
Affected scope: About 35,000

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

The Tanglefoot Co., of Grand Rapids, Mich. recalled The Tree Wound and Grafting Compound is used to seal pruning cuts and other tree wounds. ….

Tree Wound and Grafting Compound Recalled by the Tanglefoot Co. was recalled by The Tanglefoot Co., of Grand Rapids, Mich. in January 23, 2001. Reason: Pressure can build inside the can and forcibly discharge the compound, which can cause temporary skin irritat…. Remedy: Return the product to the store where purchased for a replacement.. Verify recall #01071a with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

The Tanglefoot Co., of Grand Rapids, Mich. issued this CPSC recall-Pressure can build inside the can and forcibly discharge the compound, which can cause temporary skin irritat….

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agency class: January 23, 2001
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01071a with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 1 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Product description

The Tree Wound and Grafting Compound is used to seal pruning cuts and other tree wounds. The product is sold in pint, quart and gallon cans that are labeled "Tanglefoot, Tree Wound & Grafting Compound." The recalled cans were filled from November 11, 1996, through May 5, 1999. This five-digit date (written as year, month, day) is stamped on the back of the can's label. For example, "81127" means the can was filled on November 27, 1998.

Reason for recall

Pressure can build inside the can and forcibly discharge the compound, which can cause temporary skin irritation.

Remedy, what to do

Return the product to the store where purchased for a replacement.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	01071a
Date reported	January 23, 2001
Date initiated	January 23, 2001
Recalling firm	The Tanglefoot Co., of Grand Rapids, Mich.
Affected scope	About 35,000
Distribution	Not disclosed
Official source	CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Return the product to the store where purchased for a replacement.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

Pressure can build inside the can and forcibly discharge the compound, which can cause temporary skin irritation.

What should consumers do? ▼

Return the product to the store where purchased for a replacement.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 23, 2001. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 01071a.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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