Tree Wound and Grafting Compound Recalled by the Tanglefoot Co.
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2001-01-23 · 01071a
Hazards
Pressure can build inside the can and forcibly discharge the compound, which can cause temporary skin irritation.
Recall
Number
01071a
Date
2001-01-23
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Tanglefoot Tree Wound and Grafting Compound
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
The Tanglefoot Co., of Grand Rapids, Mich.
Retailer(s)
Hardware stores and nurseries nationwide sold the compound, from November 1996 through August 1999, for between $5 and $18, depending on the size of the can.
Description
The Tree Wound and Grafting Compound is used to seal pruning cuts and other tree wounds. The product is sold in pint, quart and gallon cans that are labeled "Tanglefoot, Tree Wound & Grafting Compound." The recalled cans were filled from November 11, 1996, through May 5, 1999. This five-digit date (written as year, month, day) is stamped on the back of the can's label. For example, "81127" means the can was filled on November 27, 1998.