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CPSC recall · Reported June 10, 2010

Dritz Electric Scissors Recalled by Prym Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

The electric scissors can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.

Recall #
10262
Affected scope
About 12,000
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Prym Consumer USA, of Spartanburg, S.c. recalled The electric scissors are white and blue, about 10" long and include an AC adaptor. "Drit….

Dritz Electric Scissors Recalled by Prym Due to Fire and Burn Hazards was recalled by Prym Consumer USA, of Spartanburg, S.c. in June 10, 2010. Reason: The electric scissors can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.. Remedy: Return the scissors to store where purchased or mail directly to Prym Consumer USA for a …. Verify recall #10262 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Prym Consumer USA, of Spartanburg, S.c. issued this CPSC recall-The electric scissors can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards..

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #10262 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, 6 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.

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Product description

The electric scissors are white and blue, about 10" long and include an AC adaptor. "Dritz" is written on the handle on the blue grip.

Reason for recall

The electric scissors can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.

Remedy, what to do

Return the scissors to store where purchased or mail directly to Prym Consumer USA for a refund. If mailing to Prym, please include the product, your complete name, mailing address and phone number in the package and mail to Prym Consumer USA Recall Center, 950 Brisack Road, Spartanburg, SC 29303.

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 10262
Date reported June 10, 2010
Date initiated June 10, 2010
Recalling firm Prym Consumer USA, of Spartanburg, S.c.
Affected scope About 12,000
Distribution Not disclosed
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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 scissors to store where purchased or mail directly to Prym Consumer USA for a refund. If mailing to Prym, please inclu…

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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?
The electric scissors are white and blue, about 10" long and include an AC adaptor. "Dritz" is written on the handle on the blue grip.. Recalled by Prym Consumer USA, of Spartanburg, S.c.. Units affected: About 12,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The electric scissors can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
What should consumers do?
Return the scissors to store where purchased or mail directly to Prym Consumer USA for a refund. If mailing to Prym, please include the product, your complete name, mailing address and phone number in the package and mail to Prym Consumer USA Recall Center, 950 Brisack Road, Spartanburg, SC 29303.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 10, 2010. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 10262.
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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