CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The jar lifter handle can detach over time due to a missing stainless steel core in the hinge. This can cause the tongs to fail to grip and allow a jar being lifted to fall, posing a laceration hazard to the user.
In Conjunction with
https://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2013/19511r-eng.php
In Conjunction with
https://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2013/19511r-eng.php
Progressive International Recalls Canning Jar Lifters Due to Laceration Hazard
The recall involves the One Handed Jar Lifter. The jar lifter is a pair of tongs designed for lifting canning jars out of boiling water. The lifter is red with white handles. It is made of plastic and metal with a nylon coating.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using the jar lifter and contact Progressive International Corporation for a free replacement.
Contact Information
Progressive International Corporation Customer Service; at (800) 426-7101, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday; or by e-mail at jarlifter@progressiveintl.com; or online at www.progressiveintl.com and click on "Recall Information" for additional information.
Recall Details
Sold At
AC Sales Co., Ace Hardware, Amazon, Americas Gardening Resources, Bi-Mart, Blain Supply Inc., Chef Central , Cole Hardware, DeNault's True Value Hardware, Heart of America, Home Shopping Club, InterBond Corp. of America, Kitchen Kaboodle, Kitchen Krafts I
Injuries
Progressive International has received no reports of injury or property damage.
Remedy
Replace
Recall Number
13116
Product Information
Product Name
Canning Jar Lifter
Product Type
Kitchen Gadgets
Number of Units
About 22,700 in the U.S. and 3,800 in Canada
Imported By
Progressive International Corporation, of Kent, Wash.
Manufactured In
China