Glue Guns Recalled by Dollar Tree Stores Due to Fire, Burn and Shock Hazards

Active Recall Announced January 29, 2008 CPSC #08175

Quick answer

Glue Guns Recalled by Dollar Tree Stores Due to Fire, Burn and Shock Hazards is CPSC recall #08175, announced on January 29, 2008. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The glue guns dispense hot glue and are intended for craft projects. The recalled glue gun is black with a yellow trigger and is approximately 4 1/2 inches from the back of the gun to the tip. Attached is a 44-inch electrical cord. "Crafters Square" and product number 818261-72 or 818261-75 are located on the guns' packaging. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled glue guns and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.. Affected brands: Greenbrier International Inc., Dollar Tree Stores Inc..

Hazard

The glue guns dispense hot glue and are intended for craft projects. The recalled glue gun is black with a yellow trigger and is approximately 4 1/2 inches from the back of the gun to the tip. Attached is a 44-inch electrical cord. "Crafters Square" and product number 818261-72 or 818261-75 are located on the guns' packaging.

Affected products

Crafters Square Hot Melt Mini Glue Guns

Recalled brands

Greenbrier International Inc., Dollar Tree Stores Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled glue guns and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Recall date

January 29, 2008

Categories

Tools Miscellaneous

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #08175?

CPSC recall #08175 covers Glue Guns Recalled by Dollar Tree Stores Due to Fire, Burn and Shock Hazards, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on January 29, 2008. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The glue guns dispense hot glue and are intended for craft projects. The recalled glue gun is black with a yellow trigger and is approximately 4 1/2 inches from the back of the gun to the tip. Attached is a 44-inch electrical cord. "Crafters Square" and product number 818261-72 or 818261-75 are located on the guns' packaging.

What is the remedy for recall #08175?

The CPSC remedy for recall #08175 is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled glue guns and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Glue Guns Recalled by Dollar Tree Stores Due to Fire, Burn and Shock Hazards on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Glue-Guns-Recalled-by-Dollar-Tree-Stores-Due-to-Fire-Burn-and-Shock-Hazards. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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