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Jumbo Snow Globes |
Release #09-073
Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 425-5627
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
Hallmark Recalls Jumbo Snow Globes Due to
Fire Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product
Safety Commission, in cooperation with the
firm named below, today announced a
voluntary recall of the following consumer
product. Consumers should stop using
recalled products immediately unless
otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Jumbo Snowman Snow Globes
Units: 7,000
Importer: Hallmark Cards Inc., of Kansas
City, Mo.
Hazard: When exposed to sunlight, the snow
globes can act as a magnifying glass and
ignite nearby combustible materials, posing
a fire hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: Hallmark has received
two reports of the snow globes igniting
nearby materials. No injuries have been
reported.
Description: This recall involves a Hallmark
Jumbo Snow Globe in the shape of a snowman
with model number 1XAG5093 and UPC code
795902066666. The snow globe measures 11 by
12 by 17 inches. The model number and the
UPC code can be found on the back of the
hangtag.
Sold at: Hallmark Gold Crown stores
nationwide from October 2008 through
November 2008 for about $100.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove
the snow globe from exposure to sunlight and
return it to any Hallmark Gold Crown store
for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional
information, contact Hallmark at (800)
425-5627 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
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