CPSC recall · Reported September 29, 2011
Pacific Décor Recalls Pourable Gel Fuel Due to Burn and Flash Fire Hazards
The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people and objects nearby when it is poured into a firepot that is still burning. This hazard can occur if the cons…
Pacific Décor Ltd., of Woodinville, Wash. recalled This recall involves pourable gel fuel packaged in one-quart, white plastic bottles, and ….
Pacific Décor Recalls Pourable Gel Fuel Due to Burn and Flash Fire Hazards was recalled by Pacific Décor Ltd., of Woodinville, Wash. in September 29, 2011. Reason: The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people and objects nearby when it is poured i…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel in firepots and return all …. Verify recall #11344 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Pacific Décor Ltd., of Woodinville, Wash. issued this CPSC recall-The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people and objects nearby when it is poured i….
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- September 29, 2011
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #11344 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 pourable gel fuel packaged in one-quart, white plastic bottles, and sold with and without citronella. The label on the container says "Pacific Flame" and "Premium pourable gel fuel." The fuel is poured into a stainless steel cup in the center of ceramic firepots or other decorative lighting devices and ignited. The following products are affected by this recall: Size Model Number SKU 1 QT 160 095583001605 1 QT (with citronella) 170 095583001704
Reason for recall
The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people and objects nearby when it is poured into a firepot that is still burning. This hazard can occur if the consumer does not see the flame or is not aware that the firepot is still ignited. Gel fuel that splatters and ignites can pose fire and burn risks to consumers that can be fatal.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel in firepots and return all bottles to the retailer where the consumer purchased the fuel 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 | 11344 |
| Date reported | September 29, 2011 |
| Date initiated | September 29, 2011 |
| Recalling firm | Pacific Décor Ltd., of Woodinville, Wash. |
| Affected scope | About 3,600 bottles |
| 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 stop using the pourable gel fuel in firepots and return all bottles to the retailer where the consum…
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- 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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