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Evergreen Enterprises Recalls Pourable Gel Fuel Due to Burn and Flash Fire Hazards

Reported: October 25, 2011 Initiated: October 25, 2011 #12020

Product Description

This recall involves pourable gel fuels packaged in 30-ounce plastic bottles and sold with or without citronella oil. The words "Fireside," "Gel Fuel," "Evergreen" and "Flag & Garden" are on the container labels. The bottles were sold by the case in quantities of 12. The gel fuel is poured into a stainless steel or ceramic cup in the center of ceramic or glass firepots or other decorative lighting devices and ignited. The following products are being recalled: Name of product Size Model Number UPC Fireside Gel Fuel 30-ounce (case of 12) 5G001 746851581199 Fireside Gel Fuel-Citronella 30-ounce (case of 12) 5G002 746851581205

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

Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel and return the gel fuel to the company for a full refund.

Details

Recalling Firm
2 Burn Inc., of Milwaukee
Units Affected
About 23,400 bottles
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Evergreen-Enterprises-Recalls-Pourable-Gel-Fuel-Due-to-Burn-and-Flash-Fire-Hazards1

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves pourable gel fuels packaged in 30-ounce plastic bottles and sold with or without citronella oil. The words "Fireside," "Gel Fuel," "Evergreen" and "Flag & Garden" are on the container labels. The bottles were sold by the case in quantities of 12. The gel fuel is poured into a stainless steel or ceramic cup in the center of ceramic or glass firepots or other decorative lighting devices and ignited. The following products are being recalled: Name of product Size Model Number UPC Fireside Gel Fuel 30-ounce (case of 12) 5G001 746851581199 Fireside Gel Fuel-Citronella 30-ounce (case of 12) 5G002 746851581205. Recalled by 2 Burn Inc., of Milwaukee. Units affected: About 23,400 bottles.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
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.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel and return the gel fuel to the company for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 25, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12020.

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