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Fire / OverheatingMarch 10, 2010CPSC #10159

Telebrands Recalls Scarves with Microwaveable Heat Packs Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Product
Microwaves
Units affected
98,500
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

The recalled scarves have pockets and microwaveable heat packs composed of flax seeds. The scarves are made of polyester/cotton, and were sold in black and camel colors.

Hazard

The heat packs can overheat when heated in a microwave oven, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Injuries

The firm has received seven reports of overheating, including five fires, three of which resulted in property damage to the microwave. Two of the incidents were in Canada. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Bed Bath & Beyond® stores, As Seen on TV retail kiosks in shopping malls nationwide, through direct response television and over the internet at www.thermascarf.com and www.asseenontvguys.com from October 2009 through January 2010 for between $20 and $25.

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