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CPSC recall · Reported February 28, 2002

CPSC, Dansk International Designs Ltd. Announce Recall of Ice Cream Scoops

A cap at the end of the handle of the scoop can fly off with substantial force, especially if the scoop is immersed in hot water. The metal cap poses a risk of impact injury to ne…

Recall #
02112
Affected scope
About 190,000
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Dansk International Designs Ltd., of White Plains, N.y. recalled All the recalled Dansk ice cream scoops are made of aluminum and have a 4.5-inch handle. ….

CPSC, Dansk International Designs Ltd. Announce Recall of Ice Cream Scoops was recalled by Dansk International Designs Ltd., of White Plains, N.y. in February 28, 2002. Reason: A cap at the end of the handle of the scoop can fly off with substantial force, especially if the scoop is im…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these ice cream scoops immediately, and return them to any Da…. Verify recall #02112 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Dansk International Designs Ltd., of White Plains, N.y. issued this CPSC recall-A cap at the end of the handle of the scoop can fly off with substantial force, especially if the scoop is im….

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #02112 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.

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Product description

All the recalled Dansk ice cream scoops are made of aluminum and have a 4.5-inch handle. They were sold in four styles: the plain 3.5- inch spade, the plain 2.5-inch scoop, the Penguin-shaped 2.5-inch scoop and the Snowman-shaped 2.5-inch scoop. Each of the scoops is silver colored. The plain scoop and plain spade have the word "DANSK" written on the handle. Ice cream scoops sold by Dansk with a black cap at the end of the handle are not part of this recall.

Reason for recall

A cap at the end of the handle of the scoop can fly off with substantial force, especially if the scoop is immersed in hot water. The metal cap poses a risk of impact injury to nearby consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using these ice cream scoops immediately, and return them to any Dansk or Lenox Factory Outlet store for a $20 coupon.

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 02112
Date reported February 28, 2002
Date initiated February 28, 2002
Recalling firm Dansk International Designs Ltd., of White Plains, N.y.
Affected scope About 190,000
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

Consumers should stop using these ice cream scoops immediately, and return them to any Dansk or Lenox Factory Outlet store for a …

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
All the recalled Dansk ice cream scoops are made of aluminum and have a 4.5-inch handle. They were sold in four styles: the plain 3.5- inch spade, the plain 2.5-inch scoop, the Penguin-shaped 2.5-inch scoop and the Snowman-shaped 2.5-inch scoop. Each of the scoops is silver colored. The plain scoop and plain spade have the word "DANSK" written on the handle. Ice cream scoops sold by Dansk with a black cap at the end of the handle are not part of this recall.. Recalled by Dansk International Designs Ltd., of White Plains, N.y.. Units affected: About 190,000.
Why was this product recalled?
A cap at the end of the handle of the scoop can fly off with substantial force, especially if the scoop is immersed in hot water. The metal cap poses a risk of impact injury to nearby consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using these ice cream scoops immediately, and return them to any Dansk or Lenox Factory Outlet store for a $20 coupon.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 28, 2002. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 02112.
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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