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CPSC recall · Reported January 9, 2020

Libbey Glass Recalls Milk Bottles Due to Laceration Hazard

The bottles can break unexpectedly during use, posing a laceration hazard.

Recall #
20051
Affected scope
About 44,300
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The CPSC recalled This recall involves the Libbey Glass 33.5 oz. Milk Bottles. They are clear colorless gla… — a moderate-severity action.

Libbey Glass Recalls Milk Bottles Due to Laceration Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in January 9, 2020. Reason: The bottles can break unexpectedly during use, posing a laceration hazard.. Remedy: Foodservice establishments and customers should immediately stop using the recalled milk …. Verify recall #20051 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The bottles can break unexpectedly during use, posing a laceration hazard..

Moderate
severity level
January 9, 2020
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #20051 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #20051) was formally reported on January 9, 2020. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The recalling firm is not specified in the federal record. Federal records list the affected scope as About 44,300.

The documented reason for this recall is: The bottles can break unexpectedly during use, posing a laceration hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Foodservice establishments and customers should immediately stop using the recalled milk bottles and contact the firm to receive a refund in the form of a credit voucher or a free replacement bottle — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction 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.

Vehicles recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category — 9,301 vehicles recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 100,165 recalls in the database, 23,668 are high severity, 72,097 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 44,300

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves the Libbey Glass 33.5 oz. Milk Bottles. They are clear colorless glass bottles with no markings that measure about 8½ inches in height by 3¼ inches in width at the base. The recalled bottles can be identified by their original packaging. Bottle cartons with item number 92129 and manufacturing dates of either August 15, 2019 or August 31, 2019. If your establishment received these bottles after August 15, 2019, contact your distributor to determine if you received affected bottles.

Reason for recall

The bottles can break unexpectedly during use, posing a laceration hazard.

Remedy — what to do

Foodservice establishments and customers should immediately stop using the recalled milk bottles and contact the firm to receive a refund in the form of a credit voucher or a free replacement bottle

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 20051
Date reported January 9, 2020
Date initiated January 9, 2020
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope About 44,300
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

Foodservice establishments and customers should immediately stop using the recalled milk bottles and contact the firm to receive …

  • Check the recall number (20051) 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the Libbey Glass 33.5 oz. Milk Bottles. They are clear colorless glass bottles with no markings that measure about 8½ inches in height by 3¼ inches in width at the base. The recalled bottles can be identified by their original packaging. Bottle cartons with item number 92129 and manufacturing dates of either August 15, 2019 or August 31, 2019. If your establishment received these bottles after August 15, 2019, contact your distributor to determine if you received affected bottles.. Units affected: About 44,300.
Why was this product recalled?
The bottles can break unexpectedly during use, posing a laceration hazard.
What should consumers do?
Foodservice establishments and customers should immediately stop using the recalled milk bottles and contact the firm to receive a refund in the form of a credit voucher or a free replacement bottle
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 9, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 20051.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (20051) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: CPSC, reported January 9, 2020.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)

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