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InjuryNovember 3, 2011CPSC #12034

Libbey Glass Recalls Glass Bowls Due to Laceration Hazard

Product
Kitchen Gadgets
Units affected
16,600
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall includes the Fantasy glass bowls sold with a lop-sided shape with one side taller than the other. The bowls are made of clear, colorless glass and were sold in only one size as 8.5 ounces. The bowls measure about 5 3/8 inches in height on the tallest side and about 2 1/4 inches across the base.

Hazard

The glass bowl can break when subjected to sudden temperature changes or impact, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Injuries

The firm has received one report of a glass bowl breaking while being washed in a commercial dishwasher. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Commercial customers for use in foodservice establishments nationwide from August 2010 through September 2011. In addition, 48 bowls were sold to consumers at Libbey Outlet stores in Toledo, Ohio and Shreveport, Louisiana from August 2010 through September 2011 for about $6 to $7. Also, 45 bowls were sold to consumers at Home Outfitters in Canada from August 2011 through September 2011 for about $6.

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Libbey Glass recalled product
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