Recalls / 2006-01-05
CPSC, C & A Scientific Co. Announce Recall of Metal Alcohol Burners
06061 · Recalled 2006-01-05 · CPSC page
Description
The metal alcohol burner consists of a stainless steel tank with a screw-on steel lid. A copper tubing wick in the shape of a loop is soldered on the top of the burner's lid. The burner and lid measure 3 inches in diameter by 3½ inches high. The burner also has a separate metal top, which fits over the copper wick to act as a snuffer, and a metal heat shield designed to sit on top of the lid. Item number 97-5320 is printed on the burner's packaging.
Hazards
Alcohol can leak from defective soldering around the burner's copper tubing that acts as a wick, posing a fire and burn hazard.
Reported injuries
C & A Scientific has received 12 reports of incidents involving leaks from the soldering around the copper tubing on the burner's lid. One student received a minor burn to the hand.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled metal alcohol burners immediately and return them to place of purchase for replacement or refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Metal Alcohol Burners (used in scientific experiments) | About 3,000 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- C & A Scientific Co. Inc.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Education supply dealers, including Home Training Tools Ltd., by catalog mail order or Web retailers
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact C & A Scientific toll-free at (800) 681-6886 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Source: CPSC recall 06061. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.