Recalls / 2001-01-23

Tree Wound and Grafting Compound Recalled by the Tanglefoot Co.

01071a · Recalled 2001-01-23 · CPSC page

Recalled Tree Wound and Grafting Compound

Description

The Tree Wound and Grafting Compound is used to seal pruning cuts and other tree wounds. The product is sold in pint, quart and gallon cans that are labeled "Tanglefoot, Tree Wound & Grafting Compound." The recalled cans were filled from November 11, 1996, through May 5, 1999. This five-digit date (written as year, month, day) is stamped on the back of the can's label. For example, "81127" means the can was filled on November 27, 1998.

Hazards

Pressure can build inside the can and forcibly discharge the compound, which can cause temporary skin irritation.

Reported injuries

The Tanglefoot Co. has received 34 reports of containers discharging their contents. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Return the product to the store where purchased for a replacement.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Tanglefoot Tree Wound and Grafting Compound		About 35,000

Parties

Manufacturer: The Tanglefoot Co.
Sold at: Hardware stores, nurseries nationwide sold the compound, from November 1996 through August 1999, for, $18, depending on the size of the can.

Consumer contact

For more information, call The Tanglefoot Company toll-free at (800) 215-0938 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CDT Monday through Friday or email the company at tnglfoot@aol.com.

Source: CPSC recall 01071a. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.