# Atico International USA Recalls Personal Blenders Due to Laceration Hazard
> **CPSC recall** · 2008-08-07 · 08361 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 08361
- **Date:** 2008-08-07
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Signature Gourmet™ and Crofton® Personal Blenders

## 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.

## 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.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Atico-International-USA-Recalls-Personal-Blenders-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard)
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