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Recalls / 2019-08-22

Norwex Recalls Rubber Brooms Due to Laceration Hazard (Recall Alert)

19771 · Recalled 2019-08-22 · CPSC page

Recalled Norwex Rubber broom
Recalled Norwex Rubber broom

Description

This recall involves extendable indoor/outdoor white rubber brooms that adjust in height from 30.7 to 40.6 inches long. The "Norwex" logo is located on the plastic head covering the rubber bristles. An embossed date stamp code of 18/9, 18/10, 18/11 or 18/12 is located on the screw joint and lock base.

Hazards

The broom handles can break in half, exposing a metal inner rim, posing a laceration hazard to the user.

Reported injuries

Norwex has received 41 reports of the broom handle breaking in half during use, including six reports of minor injuries to user hands or fingers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled brooms and contact Norwex for a full refund.

Products

NameModelUnits
Rubber BroomsAbout 58,000

Parties

Importer
Norwex USA Inc., of Coppell, Texas.
Made in
China
Sold at
Norwex Consultant events, parties through direct order, online at www.norwex.biz

Consumer contact

Norwex toll-free at 833-882-5569 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Saturday; email at USnorwexservice@norwex.com; or online at www.norwex.biz and click on “Product Recalls” for more information.

More images

Recalled rubber brooms have “Norwex” printed on the brush head
Recalled rubber brooms have “Norwex” printed on the brush head

Source: CPSC recall 19771. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.