This page has been archived on the Web
Information identified as archived is provided for reference, research or recordkeeping purposes. It is not subject to the Government of Canada Web Standards and has not been altered or updated since it was archived. Please contact us to request a format other than those available.
Elite Foil-Ware 2.5 Hour Methanol Gel by Modern Houseware Imports Inc.
- Starting date:
- September 22, 2010
- Posting date:
- September 22, 2010
- Type of communication:
- Consumer Product Recall
- Subcategory:
- Household Items, Miscellaneous
- Source of recall:
- Health Canada
- Audience:
- General Public (GP)
- Identification number:
- RA-500002427
Affected products
Elite Foil-Ware 2.5 Hour Methanol Gel by Modern Houseware Imports Inc.
Product description
This recall involves Elite Foil-Ware 2.5 Hour Methanol Gel, used as a fuel for indoor and outdoor heating or cooking. The solid methanol gel is available in a can weighing 200 g.
The product can be identified by item number 300800 and UPC 743990300803.
Hazard identified
Health Canada's auditing process has revealed that the recalled product does not meet the bilingual labelling requirements for consumer chemical products under Canadian law.
The product lacks the English and French warnings required for toxic and flammable products. In addition, the current hazard labelling is not positioned or sized properly according to the Regulations. These omissions could present a significant risk that may result in serious and irreversible harm.
Neither Modern Houseware Imports Inc. nor Health Canada has received any reports of illnesses or injuries related to the use of this product.
Number sold
Health Canada is aware of approximately 500 units of the recalled products being distributed by Modern Houseware Imports Inc., a distributor of the recalled fuels located in British Columbia. These items may have been sold in other provinces across Canada.
Time period sold
The recalled products are known to have been sold by Modern Houseware Imports Inc. from May 2010 to August 2010.
Place of origin
Manufactured in India.
Companies
- Distributor
-
Modern Housewares Imports Inc.
Burnaby
British Columbia
CANADA
Tel: 1-877-450-2450
Images (select thumbnail to enlarge - opens in a new window)
What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Alternatively, consumers should dispose of the products as per Municipal Hazardous Waste Guidelines. Consumers may contact their municipality for instructions on how to dispose of gel fuel products.
For more information, consumers may contact Modern Houseware Imports Inc. at 604-299-4377 or toll-free 1-877-450-2450.