Illuminator Polariscopes 415000 and 415
Class II - Moderate 🏠 Consumer Products
Recalled: August 28, 2008 GIA Instruments, of Carlsbad, Calif. Other Consumer Products
Nationwide
What Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 8,000)
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
Recall Details
- Company:
- GIA Instruments, of Carlsbad, Calif.
- Reason for Recall:
- The polariscopes can have a ground wire missing, posing a risk of electrical shock to the user.
- Classification:
- Class II - Moderate
Products that might cause a temporary health problem, or pose a slight threat of a serious nature.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- The polariscopes can have a ground wire missing, posing a risk of electrical shock to the user.
- Remedy:
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact GIA Instruments to schedule a free retrofit of the Polariscope with a ground wire. GIA is notifying all consumers directly.
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Product Information
Full Description:
The recalled polariscopes are white in color with model number 415000 or 415 printed on the underside of the instrument. A polariscope is an instrument used by gemologists to assist in gem identification.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 8,000)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 08603