US 6 (4.0mm) addi® FlipStix knitting needles
Class III - Low Risk 🏠 Consumer Products
Recalled: November 6, 2019 Gustav Selter GmbH Co. & KG, of Germany Clothing & Accessories
Nationwide
What Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 270)
- 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:
- Gustav Selter GmbH Co. & KG, of Germany
- Reason for Recall:
- The shaft of the knitting needle can split or burst, posing a laceration hazard.
- Classification:
- Class III - Low Risk
Products that are unlikely to cause any adverse health reaction, but violate FDA regulations.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- The shaft of the knitting needle can split or burst, posing a laceration hazard.
- Remedy:
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled knitting needles and contact the store where purchased for a full refund in the form of a store voucher.
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Product Information
Full Description:
This recall involves US 6 (4.0mm diameter) FlipStix in 6" and 8" long knitting needles. The knitting needles have aluminum shafts that are tapered at both ends. The long shaft holds the active (unsecured) stitches of the fabric, to prevent them from unravelling, whereas the tapered ends are used to form new stitches. The knitting needles were sold in blue, red and yellow combination packages. There are five needles per pack.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 270)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 20017