CPSC, General Binding Corp. Announce Recall of Paper Shredders
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2000-11-20 · 01034
Hazards
These paper shredders do not have a protective shield to guard against exposure to the cutting blades. Consumers could lift the paper shredder lid while it is running and come into contact with the turning blades. Consumers could suffer cuts or amputations of finger tips, if they touch the turning blades.
Recall
Number
01034
Date
2000-11-20
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
GBC Shredmaster 75X-2 paper shredders
Companies
Retailer(s)
Office supply stores nationwide sold these paper shredders, from August 2000 through September 2000, for about $139.
Importer(s)
General Binding Corp. (GBC), of Northbrook, Ill.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The GBC Shredmaster 75X-2 paper shredders being recalled have serial numbers starting with "MS" or "MT". The serial numbers are found on the boxes and on the rating plate on the bottom of the paper shredder. These shredders are light gray, and have "GBC Shredmaster" and "75X Cross Cut" written on the top. "75X-2" and "MADE IN CHINA" are written on a label on the bottom of the paper shredder.