CPSC recall · Reported July 5, 2012
iSi North America Recalls Twist'n Sparkle Beverage Carbonation System Due to Explosion Hazard
The plastic bottles can explode under pressure, expelling plastic parts, resulting in an injury hazard to anyone nearby.
The CPSC recalled The products are plastic bottles used as a part of the iSi Twist'n Sparkle Beverage Carbo….
iSi North America Recalls Twist'n Sparkle Beverage Carbonation System Due to Explosion Ha… was recalled and listed by the CPSC in July 5, 2012. Reason: The plastic bottles can explode under pressure, expelling plastic parts, resulting in an injury hazard to any…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and either contact iSi or t…. Verify recall #12217 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The plastic bottles can explode under pressure, expelling plastic parts, resulting in an injury hazard to any….
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- agency class
- July 5, 2012
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12217 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 - 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 products are plastic bottles used as a part of the iSi Twist'n Sparkle Beverage Carbonation System. The recalled bottles were sold in the Starter Set model number 1005 with one reusable bottle and the Bottle Set model number 1006 with two reusable bottles. The model numbers are printed on the bottom of the box. The recalled plastic bottles are available in one size and two colors of caps/bottoms, white or gray.
Reason for recall
The plastic bottles can explode under pressure, expelling plastic parts, resulting in an injury hazard to anyone nearby.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and either contact iSi or the place of purchase for instructions on returning the product for a refund or store credit. For products purchased online, contact the online retailers for instructions on how to ship the returns and receive a refund or credit. Note that the US Postal Service does not accept CO2 gas chargers for shipment by mail.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 12217 |
| Date reported | July 5, 2012 |
| Date initiated | July 5, 2012 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 162,700 |
| 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 recalled products and either contact iSi or the place of purchase for instructions on…
- Check the recall number (12217) 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
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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