CPSCDecember 10, 2010

Cast Iron Skillets Sold by QVC recall: Burn Hazard

Cast Iron Skillets Sold by QVC Recalled Due to Burn Hazard; Manufactured by Meyer Trading

Why was Cast Iron Skillets Sold by QVC recalled?

Small pieces of the enamel coating can pop off when the skillet is heated, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled skillets. Known purchasers were mailed instructions for obtaining a full refund. Consumers who purchased the skillets at a QVC store should return the skillets to any QVC store for a full refund. Contact: For additional information, contact QVC at (800) 367-9444 between 7 a.m. and 1 a.m. ET daily, or visit the firm’s website at www.qvc.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Enamel-coated 8-inch cast iron skillets
Company
Meyer Trading Company Limited, of Hong Kong, China
Quantity
About 7,500
Sold at
QVC's televised shopping programs, at qvc.com, and QVC retail and employee stores from August 2009 through September 2010 for between $28 and $35.
Recall date
December 10, 2010
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received five reports of enamel popping off of the skillet, resulting in two reports of consumers receiving minor burns.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves Technique brand enamel-coated 8-inch cast iron skillets with two pour spouts and a ribbed underside. The interior portion of the skillet is cream while the exterior was sold in three colors: sage, blue and red. The brand "Technique" is printed on the bottom of the pans.

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