CPSCJune 20, 2013

Paddywax Fragrance Diffusers recall: Violation of the FHSA Labeling

Paddywax Recalls Fragrance Diffusers Due to Violation of the FHSA Labeling Requirements

Why was Paddywax Fragrance Diffusers recalled?

The label on the diffusers violates the Federal Hazardous Substances Act (FHSA) by omitting the presence of petroleum distillates. Petroleum distillates pose an aspiration hazard if swallowed.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the diffusers and move out of reach of children and pets. Contact Paddywax for instructions on returning unopened containers and disposal of opened containers to receive a replacement product. Contact: Paddywax toll-free at (888) 442-3088 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at [email protected] or go online at www.paddywax.com and click on Recall for more information.

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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
Paddywax Fragrance Diffusers
Company
Paddywax LLC, of Franklin, Tenn.
Quantity
About 2,100
Sold at
Small gift shops, grocery, pharmacy, plant nurseries and spas nationwide and online at www.Paddywax.com from January 2013 through April 2013 for about $28.
Recall date
June 20, 2013
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recall includes ECO and RELISH Paddywax diffusers sold in three fragrances. Fragrances include ECO Blood Orange with Bergamot, ECO Grapefruit with Coriander and RELISH Ocean Tide with Sea Salt. The diffusers were sold in a solid tan cylinder-shaped container measuring about 11-inches high by 2-3/4 inch diameter. The diffuser includes a green or blue glass vase and evaporating diffuser sticks. "Paddywax" and the fragrance name are printed on the front of the cylinder.

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