Smart Jel Gel Fuel bottles
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 1,400 bottles (This recall was first announced in Sept. 2011))
- 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.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Smart Solar Inc., of Oldsmar, Fla.
- Reason for Recall:
- The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people and objects nearby when it is poured into a firepot that is still burning. This hazard can occur if the consumer does not see the flame or is not aware that the firepot is still ignited. Gel fuel that splatters and ignites can pose fire and burn risks to consumers that can be fatal.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people and objects nearby when it is poured into a firepot that is still burning. This hazard can occur if the consumer does not see the flame or is not aware that the firepot is still ignited. Gel fuel that splatters and ignites can pose fire and burn risks to consumers that can be fatal.
- Remedy:
- Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel in firepots and return all bottles to the company for a full refund.
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Product Information
Full Description:
This recall involves pourable gel fuels packaged in 30-ounce plastic bottles and sold with or without citronella. The label on the container says "Smart Garden" and "SmartJel." The fuel is poured into a metal cup in the center of ceramic firepots or other decorative lighting devices and ignited. The following products included in this recall: Size Model Number/SKU Description 30 oz. SJ3200 SmartJel Citronella Formula IPA Gel Refill 30 oz. SJ3201 SmartJel Unscented Formula IPA Gel
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 1,400 bottles (This recall was first announced in Sept. 2011))
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 11339