The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced today that Sunsations Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va., has agreed to pay a civil penalty of $60,000. The penalty agreement has been provisionally accepted by the Commission (5-0).
Entries Tagged as 'Consumer Product Safety'
Sunsations Agrees to $60,000 Civil Penalty for Failing to Report Drawstrings in Children’s Sweatshirts
September 1st, 2011 · No Comments
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Wooden Rattle Recalled by Manhattan Group Due to Choking Hazard
September 1st, 2011 · No Comments
The toy’s U-shaped parts can break, posing a choking hazard.
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Nine Manufacturers, Distributors Announce Consumer Recall of Pourable Gel Fuel Due to Burn and Flash Fire Hazards
September 1st, 2011 · No Comments
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), in cooperation with nine manufacturers and distributors, is announcing a voluntary recall of all pourable gel fuels made or sold by these companies. Due to the serious risks of flash fire and burns when consumers add pourable gel to an already burning fire pot, consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel.
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Petzl America Recalls Belay Devices Due to Fall Hazard
August 30th, 2011 · No Comments
Excessive force on the handle can cause it to become stuck in the open position. When stuck open, the assisted braking function is disabled, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
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Pacific Cycle Recalls Swing Sets Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Toys R Us
August 30th, 2011 · No Comments
The sling-style swing seats can crack or split prematurely, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
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