CPSC recall · Reported December 23, 2008
Hallmark Recalls Jumbo Snow Globes Due to Fire Hazard
When exposed to sunlight, the snow globe can act as a magnifying glass and ignite nearby combustible materials, posing a fire hazard.
The CPSC recalled This recall involves a Hallmark Jumbo Snow Globe in the shape of a snowman with model num….
Hallmark Recalls Jumbo Snow Globes Due to Fire Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in December 23, 2008. Reason: When exposed to sunlight, the snow globe can act as a magnifying glass and ignite nearby combustible material…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the snow globe from exposure to sunlight and return i…. Verify recall #09073 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-When exposed to sunlight, the snow globe can act as a magnifying glass and ignite nearby combustible material….
- None
- agency class
- 7K units
- affected scope
- December 23, 2008
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #09073 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
This recall involves a Hallmark Jumbo Snow Globe in the shape of a snowman with model number 1XAG5093 and UPC code 795902066666. The snow globe measures 11 by 12 by 17 inches. The model number and the UPC code can be found on the back of the hangtag.
Reason for recall
When exposed to sunlight, the snow globe can act as a magnifying glass and ignite nearby combustible materials, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately remove the snow globe from exposure to sunlight and return it to any Hallmark Gold Crown store for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 09073 |
| Date reported | December 23, 2008 |
| Date initiated | December 23, 2008 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | 7000 |
| 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 immediately remove the snow globe from exposure to sunlight and return it to any Hallmark Gold Crown store for a…
- Check the recall number (09073) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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