Philips Lighting Recalls Metal Halide Lamps Due to Burn and Laceration Hazards

Active Recall Announced May 24, 2016 CPSC #16172

Quick answer

Philips Lighting Recalls Metal Halide Lamps Due to Burn and Laceration Hazards is CPSC recall #16172, announced on May 24, 2016. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves the Philips Energy Advantage Ceramic Metal Halide Lamps model CDM330. They are designed as energy efficient replacements for traditional 400W quartz metal halide lamps installed in magnetic ballasts and intended for use in high-ceiling industrial, retail and commercial applications. The lamps were sold in both clear and coated versions. Each lamp includes an etching, located either at the base of the lamp or on the ovoid of the lamps, that displays the relevant date code, along with Philips' name, wattage (330W) and the model (CDM330). Affected lamps can be identified with one of the following date codes: Date Code Month/Year 1E May 2011 1F June 2011 1G July 2011 1H August 2011 1J September 2011 1K October 2011 1L November 2011 1M December 2011 The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lamps and contact philips for a free replacement.. Affected brand: Philips Lighting North America Corp..

Hazard

This recall involves the Philips Energy Advantage Ceramic Metal Halide Lamps model CDM330. They are designed as energy efficient replacements for traditional 400W quartz metal halide lamps installed in magnetic ballasts and intended for use in high-ceiling industrial, retail and commercial applications. The lamps were sold in both clear and coated versions. Each lamp includes an etching, located either at the base of the lamp or on the ovoid of the lamps, that displays the relevant date code, along with Philips' name, wattage (330W) and the model (CDM330). Affected lamps can be identified with one of the following date codes: Date Code Month/Year 1E May 2011 1F June 2011 1G July 2011 1H August 2011 1J September 2011 1K October 2011 1L November 2011 1M December 2011

Affected products

Metal Halide Lamps

Recalled brands

Philips Lighting North America Corp.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lamps and contact Philips for a free replacement.

Recall date

May 24, 2016

Categories

Light Bulbs

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #16172?

CPSC recall #16172 covers Philips Lighting Recalls Metal Halide Lamps Due to Burn and Laceration Hazards, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on May 24, 2016. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves the Philips Energy Advantage Ceramic Metal Halide Lamps model CDM330. They are designed as energy efficient replacements for traditional 400W quartz metal halide lamps installed in magnetic ballasts and intended for use in high-ceiling industrial, retail and commercial applications. The lamps were sold in both clear and coated versions. Each lamp includes an etching, located either at the base of the lamp or on the ovoid of the lamps, that displays the relevant date code, along with Philips' name, wattage (330W) and the model (CDM330). Affected lamps can be identified with one of the following date codes: Date Code Month/Year 1E May 2011 1F June 2011 1G July 2011 1H August 2011 1J September 2011 1K October 2011 1L November 2011 1M December 2011

What is the remedy for recall #16172?

The CPSC remedy for recall #16172 is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lamps and contact philips for a free replacement.. 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 Philips Lighting Recalls Metal Halide Lamps Due to Burn and Laceration 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/2016/Philips-Lighting-Recalls-Metal-Halide-Lamps. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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