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Atico International USA Recalls Bamboo Torches Due to Laceration Hazard

This recall was issued July 21, 2010.

Company
Atico International Usa Inc., Of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Posted
July 21, 2010
Recall Number
10306
Quantity
About 324,000 units
Official Source
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Reason for Recall

The fuel canister that holds the wick of the torch has a sharp edge inside the lip of the opening that poses a laceration hazard when consumers try to remove the wick.

Action Taken

The firm is out of business, the remedy is no longer available, and the product should be discarded or destroyed.

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Recalled Bamboo Torch
Recalled Bamboo Torch
Recalled Bamboo Torches
Recalled Bamboo Torches

Incidents & Injuries

The firm has received five reports of lacerations to fingers, including one that required stitches. Four of the injuries occurred when consumers were trying to retrieve a wick that had fallen into the canister.

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