Pacific Decor Recalls Pourable Gel Fuel Due to Burn and Flash Fire Hazards
Pacific Flame Pourable Gel Fuel Bottles
Date of Recall
2011-09-28CPSC Release Number
11-344Manufactured In
United StatesCompany Phone Number
(425) 949-7878Units
About 1,300 bottlesDistributor
Pacific Décor Ltd., of Woodinville, Wash.Sold By
Online, in specialty and gift shops, furniture stores and home and garden stores nationwide, through home and garden catalogs and home decorators and landscape architects from June 2011 through August 2011 for between $10 and $12.Problem/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.Injuries/Incidents
None reported.Description
This recall involves pourable gel fuel packaged in one-quart, white plastic bottles, and sold with and without citronella. The label on the container says "Pacific Flame" and "Premium pourable gel fuel." The fuel is poured into a stainless steel cup in the center of ceramic firepots or other decorative lighting devices and ignited. The following products are affected by this recall:| Size | Model Number | SKU |
|---|---|---|
| 1 QT | 160 | 095583001605 |
| 1 QT (with citronella) | 170 | 095583001704 |
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the pourable gel fuel in firepots and return all bottles to the retailer where the consumer purchased the fuel for a full refund.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Pacific Décor at (425) 949-7878 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s website at www.PacificDecorLtd.comRecall Comments
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