CPSC, Paragon Racing Products, Inc. Announce Recall Of Ground Effects Tire Traction Compound
USCPSC, Paragon Racing Products, Inc. Announce Recall Of Ground Effects Tire Traction Compound
Recalling Firm: Ground Effects, Paragon Racing Products
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Poisoning
Product Description & Identification
November 17, 1995 Release # 96-025 WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Paragon Racing Products, Inc.of Waconia, Minn., is voluntarily recalling approximately 75,000 4 - and 8-fluid ounce containers of Ground Effects Tire Traction Compound. The product, which contains methyl salicylate, was not packaged with child- resistant closures. The product is toxic and can cause serious injury or death if it is accidentally ingested.The Ground Effects Tire Traction Compound is used by hobbyists on the tires of model racing cars to help provide traction. Approximately 75,000 cans were sold nationwide in hobby supply stores from 1989 to August, 1995. The 4-fluid ounce package sold for approximately $6.50 and the 8-fluid ounce size for $10.50.Consumers should discontinue use of the product and call Paragon Racing Products at (612) 442-6364 to receive a free safety closure. Consumers can also write to Paragon at 340 Industrial Boulevard, Waconia, Minn. 55387.Under the Poison Prevention Packaging Act, products containing more than 5% methyl salicylate are required to be packaged in containers with child-resistant packaging. Paragon Racing Products and CPSC are not aware of any injuries associated with this product
Affected Products
Ground Effects Tire Traction Compound
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/1996/CPSC-Paragon-Racing-Products-Inc-Announce-Recall-Of-Ground-Effects-Tire-Traction-Compound |
| Title | CPSC, Paragon Racing Products, Inc. Announce Recall Of Ground Effects Tire Traction Compound |
| Hazards › Name | Poisoning |
| Products › 1 › Type | Race Car Items |
| Products › 1 › Category I D | 2086 |
| Products › 2 › Name | Ground Effects Tire Traction Compound |
| Recall I D | 5725 |
| Recall Date | 1995-11-17T00:00:00 |
| Description | November 17, 1995 Release # 96-025 WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Paragon Racing Products, Inc.of Waconia, Minn., is voluntarily recalling approximately 75,000 4 - and 8-fluid ounce containers of Ground Effects Tire Traction Compound. The product, which contains methyl salicylate, was not packaged with child- resistant closures. The product is toxic and can cause serious injury or death if it is accidentally ingested.The Ground Effects Tire Traction Compound is used by hobbyists on the tires of model racing cars to help provide traction. Approximately 75,000 cans were sold nationwide in hobby supply stores from 1989 to August, 1995. The 4-fluid ounce package sold for approximately $6.50 and the 8-fluid ounce size for $10.50.Consumers should discontinue use of the product and call Paragon Racing Products at (612) 442-6364 to receive a free safety closure. Consumers can also write to Paragon at 340 Industrial Boulevard, Waconia, Minn. 55387.Under the Poison Prevention Packaging Act, products containing more than 5% methyl salicylate are required to be packaged in containers with child-resistant packaging. Paragon Racing Products and CPSC are not aware of any injuries associated with this product |
| Recall Number | 96025 |
| Manufacturers › 1 › Name | Ground Effects |
| Manufacturers › 2 › Name | Paragon Racing Products |
| Last Publish Date | 2015-02-27T00:00:00 |
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