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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 12195

Ice/Hot and Ice Gel Packs

Published April 12, 2016 · Recall initiated: June 7, 2012

What's the hazard

If the packs become damaged, they can leak gel that could contain diethylene glycol and ethylene glycol, which can cause illness if ingested in large amounts.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the gel packs and dispose of them according to federal, state and/or local regulations. It is recommended that consumers contact their local waste disposal authority for instructions. Consumers can contact California Innovations to receive a $6 cash refund for large (8.5-inch x 8-inch) Cryofreeze gel packs or a $5 cash refund for all other gel packs.

Recall details

Brand
California Innovations Inc., of Toronto, Canada
Distributor
Mass merchandise and warehouse stores, other retailers, distributors and on-line sellers nationwide between July 2007 and December 2008 in items that retailed between $5 and $28.
Country
US
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