Skacel Collection Recalls FlipStix Knitting Needles Due to Laceration
US 6 (4.0mm) addi® FlipStix knitting needles
Date of Recall
2019-11-06CPSC Release Number
20-017Manufactured In
GermanyUnits
About 270Distributor
Skacel Collection Inc., of Seattle, WashImporter
Skacel Collection Inc., of Seattle, WashSold By
Independent yarn stores nationwide from November 2018 through August 2019 for about $20.Problem/Hazard
The shaft of the knitting needle can split or burst, posing a laceration hazard.Injuries/Incidents
The firm has received three reports of the needle shafts splitting. No injuries have been reported.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.
Remedy
RefundConsumer Contact
Skacel Collection at 800-255-1278 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at [email protected] or online at www.skacelknitting.com/FlipStix_US6_Recall_Info for more information.Recall Comments
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