Atico International USA Recalls Personal Blenders Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2008-08-07 · 08361
Hazards
While placing the cup on or off the base of the blender, the blender can be inadvertently turned on, activating the blade. This can pose a serious laceration hazard to consumers.
Recall
Number
08361
Date
2008-08-07
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Signature Gourmet™ and Crofton® Personal Blenders
Companies
Retailer(s)
The Signature Gourmet™ blenders were sold at Walgreens stores nationwide from July 2006 through March 2008 for about $16. The Crofton® blenders were sold at Aldi stores nationwide from May 2007 through March 2008 for about $13.
Importer(s)
Atico International USA Inc., of Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (for the Crofton® model); East West Distributing Co., of Deerfield Ill. (for the Signature Gourmet™ model)
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves the Signature Gourmet™ (item number W14A3691) and the Crofton® (model number SB-19) personal blenders. The blenders are white and have 3 component parts - a base containing a power button, a blade assembly, and a blending cup. Signature Gourmet™ or Crofton® is printed on the front of the base of the unit. "SB-19" or "W14A3691" is located on a label at the bottom of the unit.